Program Specialist
The School of Medicine Research Education Office (SOMREO) is focused on providing comprehensive training in both clinical sciences and basic biomedical science disciplines. SOMREO is comprised of programs that provide students with an integrated and cohesive training experience in Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program (BSGP), Initiative for maximizing Student Development (IMSD T32 Grant), MD/PhD Dual Degree Program, Post-Doc Affairs (PDA), and Undergraduate Programs (UP) allowing students to participate in activities common to their programs while obtaining their degrees. SOMREO is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, goal-driven professional to join our team as a Program Specialist. The Program Specialist will provide lead support to assigned programs and work directly with program directors, to ensure the success of SOMREO students. In addition, they will work closely with SOMREO staff and leadership to support, in various ways, all SOMREO programs and funding opportunities. In order to excel in this position, the selected candidate will be self-motivated and poses strong attention to detail and organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. They should demonstrate previous project management experience, following up on tasks, and communicating with all levels of faculty/staff and leadership. See the Position Description for additional information.
Campus - Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department - Biomedical Rsrch Edu Prog (996A)
Employment Type - Staff
Staff Type - Regular - Full-Time
Status - Exempt
Pay - Monthly: $3844.53 - $5399.33
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 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 - Yes
For Best Consideration Date - 2/27/2026
Eligible for Remote Work - No
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