Job Description

Professional Support Intern

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Requisition ID

req35398

Working Title

PREP Scholars

Position Grade

08

Position Summary

This staff position is associated with the UNM Post-baccalaureate Research and Education Programs (PREP), thus only those individuals applying to PREP should submit an application. See the PREP website for more details (https://prep.unm.edu).



PREP scholars are expected to conduct high level research in their laboratory in collaboration with their mentor, attend regular weekly PREP meetings, participate in professional conference and engage in other typical research activities. Scholars are expected to apply to multiple graduate programs during their time in PREP. The goal is to prepare scholars with professional, academic and personal development in order to successfully transition to PhD programs in medical research.



See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

Must present transcripts prior to a formal offer being extended. Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement. This is a fixed-term position, typically up to 24 months.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled at an accredited university in a Bachelor's or higher level degree program, and are within 12 months from graduating OR a recent graduate of an accredited university with a Bachelor's or higher level degree obtained no more than 24 months prior to the date of hire; no previous experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Scholars should have a demonstrated need for academic, professional and/or personal development Bachelor's degree in relevant field Research experience in areas of medical research in order to better prepare them for PhD programs in medical research.

Additional Requirements

Applicant must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree acquired within the 36 months prior to the time of acceptance into the PREP program.

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

AS Biology General Administrative (048F)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Term - Full-Time

Term End Date

One year from date of hire

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

Hourly: $18.09 - $20.68

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

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

2/6/2026

Eligible for Remote Work

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

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.


Please refer to How To Apply to PREP@UNM for application instructions.

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.