Clinical Research Associate Jobs in New Mexico
Clinical Research Associate jobs in New Mexico are concentrated in clinical trial management, oncology research, and pharmaceutical development, with the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Presbyterian Healthcare Services, and Lovelace Health System among the most established employers in the state. Albuquerque anchors the market by a wide margin, with Santa Fe and Las Cruces adding a smaller but consistent share of openings across academic medical centers and contract research organizations. Monitoring, regulatory compliance, and site coordination are the sub-areas drawing the strongest demand from New Mexico hiring managers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Clinical Research Supervisor
The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center Pediatrics Department encompasses a statewide network of hospitals, clinics, and community-based services dedicated to advancing pediatric health through clinical excellence, education, and research. Within this system, the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology division provides the only comprehensive pediatric cancer and blood disorders program in New Mexico, offering a unique opportunity to support clinical, academic, research, and community-facing work.
The Clinical Research Supervisor coordinates, oversees, and quality-controls the execution of federally regulated clinical research studies, including multi-site pediatric oncology, hematology, hemophilia, and translational research trials. This position ensures full compliance with IRB/Human Research Review Committee (HRRC) requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), federal/state regulations, institutional policies, and grant/contract parameters.
The supervisor provides day-to-day technical leadership, administrative oversight, and direct supervision of one staff member—a Research Technician 2—who supports data collection, biospecimen handling, and study coordination tasks. The role is responsible for operational strategy, workflow development, regulatory oversight, and ensuring accurate, reliable, and timely research data and biospecimen management.
The Clinical Research Supervisor collaborates closely with clinical investigators, IRB staff, national research organizations, study sponsors, and internal partners to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of all research, regulatory, and data collection activities. Duties include reviewing case report forms and source documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance; initiating corrective actions; ensuring timely submission of research data; monitoring patient response to treatment as defined by protocol; and coordinating transmission of clinical data to national research organizations. This position is integral to sustaining high-quality research operations and advancing the mission of pediatric cancer and hematology research at UNM.
Duties and Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
Supervision, Leadership & Operations
- Provides day-to-day technical leadership and direct administrative supervision to one Research Technician 2, including training, work allocation, productivity oversight, and performance evaluations.
- Plans, organizes, and oversees daily operations of the research unit, including protocol implementation, workflow design, systems development, and quality assurance.
- Develops operating goals and objectives and implements systems, procedures, and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Ensures appropriate scheduling and utilization of research resources, facilities, and equipment.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Ensures compliance with IRB/HRRC requirements, GCP guidelines, FDA regulations (as applicable), OSHA standards, and all federal, state, and institutional policies.
- Oversees development, submission, and maintenance of IRB applications, amendments, continuing reviews, deviations, and reportable events.
- Maintains regulatory documentation, study records, and essential documents in accordance with audit-ready standards.
Protocol Execution & Quality Control
- Supports investigators in study design, protocol development, and implementation.
- Oversees execution of multiple complex clinical research protocols, ensuring adherence to study timelines, visit windows, and data requirements. As well as consent/enrollment to both Therapeutic and Non-Therapeutic studies
- Develops, implements, and evaluates research and data collection methodologies, systems, and tools appropriate to pediatric oncology and hematology research.
- Reviews source data, case report forms, and eCRFs for accuracy, reliability, and protocol compliance; addresses deficiencies and initiates corrective action.
- Monitors and records patient responses to treatment as defined by protocol and coordinates data communication with investigators and sponsors.
Data & Specimen Management
- Coordinates data compilation, quality control, and preliminary analysis; ensures validity and accuracy prior to submission.
- Oversees and performs (as needed) the processing, tracking, and shipping of blood and human tissue samples in compliance with biosafety and shipping regulations.
- Ensures accurate transmission of clinical research data to national research organizations and sponsors.
Administrative & Financial
- Participates in budget development, cost tracking, and grant/contract administration.
- Ensures research billing compliance and alignment with coverage analyses for therapeutic and non-therapeutic trials.
- Documents operational activities, prepares reports, and supports audit and monitoring visits.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as needed to support research growth and program demands.
See the Position Description for additional information.
- May be required to submit to annual TB and rubella screening.
- UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
- Specialty licensure/certification may be required, as specified by the department.
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
- Must maintain certification status.
High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure Current ACRP Certification as Clinical Research Coordinator or eligible for certification.
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.
- Recent experience as a clinical research coordinator in oncology, hematology, or a related specialty.
- Recent experience with chart abstraction and IRB submissions.
- Experience with biospecimen processing and shipment.
- Experience designing and implementing research documentation systems and workflows.
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.
A complete application will consist of a current resume, cover letter and references. Describe in your cover letter how you meet the preferred qualifications for the position. Include three references in your resume. The references must be former supervisors. Please complete the on-line application, include hours worked for each position.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.
Clinical Research Supervisor
The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center Pediatrics Department encompasses a statewide network of hospitals, clinics, and community-based services dedicated to advancing pediatric health through clinical excellence, education, and research. Within this system, the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology division provides the only comprehensive pediatric cancer and blood disorders program in New Mexico, offering a unique opportunity to support clinical, academic, research, and community-facing work.
The Clinical Research Supervisor coordinates, oversees, and quality-controls the execution of federally regulated clinical research studies, including multi-site pediatric oncology, hematology, hemophilia, and translational research trials. This position ensures full compliance with IRB/Human Research Review Committee (HRRC) requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), federal/state regulations, institutional policies, and grant/contract parameters.
The supervisor provides day-to-day technical leadership, administrative oversight, and direct supervision of one staff member—a Research Technician 2—who supports data collection, biospecimen handling, and study coordination tasks. The role is responsible for operational strategy, workflow development, regulatory oversight, and ensuring accurate, reliable, and timely research data and biospecimen management.
The Clinical Research Supervisor collaborates closely with clinical investigators, IRB staff, national research organizations, study sponsors, and internal partners to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of all research, regulatory, and data collection activities. Duties include reviewing case report forms and source documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance; initiating corrective actions; ensuring timely submission of research data; monitoring patient response to treatment as defined by protocol; and coordinating transmission of clinical data to national research organizations. This position is integral to sustaining high-quality research operations and advancing the mission of pediatric cancer and hematology research at UNM.
Duties and Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
Supervision, Leadership & Operations
- Provides day-to-day technical leadership and direct administrative supervision to one Research Technician 2, including training, work allocation, productivity oversight, and performance evaluations.
- Plans, organizes, and oversees daily operations of the research unit, including protocol implementation, workflow design, systems development, and quality assurance.
- Develops operating goals and objectives and implements systems, procedures, and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Ensures appropriate scheduling and utilization of research resources, facilities, and equipment.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Ensures compliance with IRB/HRRC requirements, GCP guidelines, FDA regulations (as applicable), OSHA standards, and all federal, state, and institutional policies.
- Oversees development, submission, and maintenance of IRB applications, amendments, continuing reviews, deviations, and reportable events.
- Maintains regulatory documentation, study records, and essential documents in accordance with audit-ready standards.
Protocol Execution & Quality Control
- Supports investigators in study design, protocol development, and implementation.
- Oversees execution of multiple complex clinical research protocols, ensuring adherence to study timelines, visit windows, and data requirements. As well as consent/enrollment to both Therapeutic and Non-Therapeutic studies
- Develops, implements, and evaluates research and data collection methodologies, systems, and tools appropriate to pediatric oncology and hematology research.
- Reviews source data, case report forms, and eCRFs for accuracy, reliability, and protocol compliance; addresses deficiencies and initiates corrective action.
- Monitors and records patient responses to treatment as defined by protocol and coordinates data communication with investigators and sponsors.
Data & Specimen Management
- Coordinates data compilation, quality control, and preliminary analysis; ensures validity and accuracy prior to submission.
- Oversees and performs (as needed) the processing, tracking, and shipping of blood and human tissue samples in compliance with biosafety and shipping regulations.
- Ensures accurate transmission of clinical research data to national research organizations and sponsors.
Administrative & Financial
- Participates in budget development, cost tracking, and grant/contract administration.
- Ensures research billing compliance and alignment with coverage analyses for therapeutic and non-therapeutic trials.
- Documents operational activities, prepares reports, and supports audit and monitoring visits.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as needed to support research growth and program demands.
See the Position Description for additional information.
- May be required to submit to annual TB and rubella screening.
- UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
- Specialty licensure/certification may be required, as specified by the department.
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
- Must maintain certification status.
High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure Current ACRP Certification as Clinical Research Coordinator or eligible for certification.
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.
- Recent experience as a clinical research coordinator in oncology, hematology, or a related specialty.
- Recent experience with chart abstraction and IRB submissions.
- Experience with biospecimen processing and shipment.
- Experience designing and implementing research documentation systems and workflows.
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.
A complete application will consist of a current resume, cover letter and references. Describe in your cover letter how you meet the preferred qualifications for the position. Include three references in your resume. The references must be former supervisors. Please complete the on-line application, include hours worked for each position.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.
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What New Mexico Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research associate jobs across New Mexico.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field required
- Prior clinical trial monitoring or site coordination experience strongly preferred
- Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA regulations for clinical research
- Familiarity with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata or Veeva Vault
- Society of Clinical Research Associates or ACRP certification is a recognized credential
- Ability to travel to clinical sites across New Mexico for on-site monitoring visits
Clinical Research Associate Jobs in New Mexico: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical research associate in New Mexico?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or a health-related field, which is the baseline most New Mexico employers require. New Mexico does not have a state-issued license specific to clinical research associates, so the recognized pathway is gaining site coordination or clinical trial experience at an institution such as the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center and then earning a credential through ACRP or the Society of Clinical Research Associates. That combination is what hiring managers across Albuquerque-based research sites consistently look for.
Which companies hire clinical research associates in New Mexico?
Companies currently hiring clinical research associates in New Mexico include The IMA, University of New Mexico, and Science 37, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New Mexico's academic medical centers and contract research organizations affiliated with the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center are among the most consistent sources of openings in the state.
Which New Mexico cities have the most clinical research associate jobs?
Albuquerque and Santa Fe are the New Mexico cities with the most clinical research associate openings, reflecting the concentration of academic medical centers, oncology programs, and contract research organizations in those areas, with Albuquerque leading by a wide margin as the home of the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center and Presbyterian Healthcare Services.
Are there remote clinical research associate jobs in New Mexico?
Yes, but they're limited, since the role typically requires on-site monitoring visits at clinical trial locations. About 0% of clinical research associate openings tied to New Mexico are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the work. The portions most amenable to remote work include regulatory document review, sponsor reporting, and data query resolution.
How can I get hired as a clinical research associate in New Mexico with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a clinical research coordinator role at a New Mexico hospital or academic medical center, where you gain site-level trial experience before moving into monitoring. The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center and Presbyterian Healthcare Services regularly bring on research coordinators at the entry level. Completing an ACRP certificate program and volunteering on IRB committees or community health studies in Albuquerque can also strengthen a candidacy before a first full associate role.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research associate jobs in New Mexico?
You can find and apply to clinical research associate jobs in New Mexico on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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