IRB Outreach Specialist

Human Protections Specialist Requisition ID req37138 Working Title IRB Outreach Specialist Position Grade 13 Position Summary The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center Human Research Protections Office (HRPO) is seeking a highly motivated, knowledgeable, goal-driven professional with outstanding communication skills to join our team as the IRB Outreach Specialist. The selected candidate will provide in-person support to the research community, HRPO staff, and committee members based on knowledge of ethical principles, federal regulations, and state and local regulations/guidelines that govern human subjects research. The institution's Human Research Protections Program (HRPP) is a comprehensive AAHRPP-accredited program that protects the rights and welfare of human research participants. The Human Research Protections Office supports three Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and promotes ethical and scientifically sound research through guidance, education, and oversight. Specific Duties and Responsibilities include: 1. Provide in-person support to assist researchers and staff in developing review-ready applications and follow-on submissions and in understanding and complying with regulations and policy. 2. Respond to phone calls and provide guidance to investigators and research staff. 3. Coordinate with senior staff to identify opportunities for staff, investigator, and committee training. 4. Develop processes ensuring new investigators and those without professional research support have access to knowledgeable guidance. 5. Train and support development of staff, HRRC members, and the research community. 6. On-board new HRRC members. 7. Plan and lead the annual educational event Research University. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment For HSC positions: Certification as Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC), Clinical Research Associate (CRA), or Certified IRB Professional (CIP) must be obtained within 1 year of date of hire. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Biomedical Science, or closely related field; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications · Direct experience in IRB Administration, regulatory compliance, or teaching. · Expertise in Federal, State, and local regulations and guidelines for human subjects research. · Experience preparing applications and other documents for submission to an IRB. · Experience developing and delivering comprehensive training programs. · Experience providing consultative support and guidance regarding regulatory concepts. · Experience developing policies and procedures. · Experience using an electronic IRB submission program; Click IRB preferred. · Working knowledge of scientific and medical concepts, terminology, and clinical care procedures. · Computer proficiency including MS Office Suite and database programs. Additional Requirements Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM Department Human Research Protections (184B) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay 4277.87 to 6009.47 Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date 7/20/2026 Eligible for Hiring Incentive No Eligible for Remote Work No Eligible for Remote Work Statement This position is eligible for a remote work agreement (RWA), to include Hybrid, In-State, and Out-of-State. For more information about Remote Work Agreements, please refer to UAP 3245, Remote Work, Section 5, Establishing a Remote Work Agreement and Section 6, Out-of-State Employee Responsibilities. All Regular employees hired for an Out-of-State RWA must agree to an employee status of Term Appointment and subject to regular renewals no longer than yearly, in accordance with UAP 3200, Employee Classification . Renewal of Term Appointments is not guaranteed; the remote work arrangement, operational, and business needs will be considered in determining whether to renew the Term Appointment. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED - PLEASE READ ALL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING. To receive full consideration, applicants must include: Completed application submitted through the official UNMJobs site Current resume Cover letter (specifically addressing your ability to meet the “Additional Requirements” and “Preferred Qualifications” listed above) Contact information for three (3) professional references (required at the time of application submission) Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html . Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.