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Research Facility DirectorRequisition IDreq28962Working TitleResearch Facility DirectorPosition Grade15Position SummaryFunding available through 6/30/2025;continuance beyond that date is subject to the Department's operational needsas outlined in UBPPM #3200, Employee Classifications, click here. ( The Department ofNeurosciences seeks to fill a new Research Facility Director Position tooversee operations within the Preclinical Core of the Center for Brain Recoveryand Repair.The Preclinical Coreprovides recourses and support for multiple investigators seeking to integrateinterdisciplinary approaches to assess brain plasticity and repair in rodentmodels of neurological disorders. This position will be under the directsupervision of the Faculty Core Director, but will involve interacting withmultiple research labs utilizing the Preclinical Core Facility.Duties of this position include (but not limitedto a) provides training and service for the use of 19 pieces of instrumentationfor behavioral, optical and histological equipment b) creates, maintains, andimplements protocols for training and services c) oversight and upkeep ofinstrumentation, lab animals, and SOPs for core utilization d) managestechnical staff and student core users.The Research FacilityDirector will collaborate with the CBRR Executive Committee to provide guidanceand strategic support for core research projects and review projects for pilotfunding from CBRR, establish MOUs for core use, oversee scheduling, billing andtracking core utilization. The Research Facility Director will also beresponsible for coordination of compliance, including EHOS, IACUC, and NIHfunding standards. The Research Facility Director will contribute to annualreports and grant applications pertaining to the Preclinical Core.In addition, the Research Facility Directorwill spread awareness through local user workshops and promotion of the core atnational conferences.This position offersoutstanding benefits including generous annual leave, tuition remission forcourses at UNM.Please see benefits linkfor all options.The Department ofNeurosciences is a basic science research department with a diverse staff workingto provide quality work in an organized, effective and efficient manner throughinnovation, training, and education. Through our collaborative work effort, wesupport the faculty, students and staff to enhance the missions of theDepartment, School of Medicine, Health Sciences Center and The University ofNew Mexico.See the Position Description for additional information.Conditions of EmploymentMinimum QualificationsDoctorate degree;at least 5 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 QualificationsPreferredQualifications:PhD in Neuroscience, Psychology, or Health Sciences fieldTen years or more of experience working in a pre-clinical laboratory research settingExperience in animal models of traumatic brain injuryAuthorship on multiple scientific publications related to brain injury and repairAbility to analyze and interpret statistical dataEvidence of managerial skills, particularly managing a multi-PI core facility such as the Preclinical CoreExperience with iLABS scheduling, billing and invoicingKnowledge of behavioral neuroscience assaysExperience with the following techniques: Immunohistochemistry, laser speckle imaging, microscopy including high throughput slide scanning and image analysis software (Imaris, HALO).Experience with data managementStrong interpersonal skillsAdditional RequirementsCampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NMDepartmentNeurosciences (993A)Employment TypeStaffStaff TypeTerm - Full-TimeTerm End Date06/30/2024StatusExemptPayMonthly: $5456.53-$7810.40Benefits EligibleThis 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 StatementAs 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 RequiredYesFor Best Consideration Date4/19/2024Eligible for Remote WorkNoEligible for Remote Work StatementApplication Instructions Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted.If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. Provide a resume and cover letter detailing your suitability and interest in the advertised 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. 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