Operations Specialist

The UNM School of Medicine Research Office (SOMRO) is seeking a professional, detail-oriented Operations Specialist who enjoys a fast-paced challenging work environment. The selected candidate will work in a complex, multi-faceted environment that includes the administrative and academic offices of the SOM Research Group. The Operations Specialist will support new strategic initiatives, develop services and facilitate processes for the SOM research community. The Operations Specialist is responsible for: Design and coordinate the development, implementation, and execution of new services and operating processes to include data tracking, data management and reporting, special projects, and other initiatives designed to achieve the overall mission and strategic goals of SOMRO. Provide day-to-day problem solving as necessary for service-related needs and issues. Serve as a primary liaison for the SOM research community by interfacing with the Sr. Associate Dean for Research, SOM leadership, faculty, staff and trainees, SOM committees, HSC Committees, University committees, and external agencies as necessary. Facilitate opportunities to engage the SOM research community to ensure maximum participation in all provided services. Plan, develop, and implement strategies for identifying and generating resource opportunities for the SOM Research Community. Create, produce, and deliver a range of promotional, educational, and informational presentations, and/or resource materials related to the new services/resources as they become available. Develop operating goals and objectives for each new service; implement and administer methods and procedures to enhance operations, as appropriate.