Current Opportunities

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute is seeking a Biosafety Officer who will be responsible for protecting the Institute’s employees, contractors, visitors, the general public and the environment from potential exposures to Select Agents and Toxins; and to ensure that the Institute maintains full compliance with both the letter and the spirit of the Select Agents and Toxins regulations as well as all other applicable governmental regulations and guidelines, and internal requirements.   

Under general supervision, the Buyer will be responsible for the complete cycle of procurement transactions from initiating, reviewing and coordinating purchase requests, requests for quotes, bids, proposals and orders. The Buyer will be responsible for preparing supporting procurement documentation to comply with goals and terms of Small Business Subcontracting Plans, when required. All functions to be performed in accordance with Institute policies and procedures and all procurement codes and guidelines.

The Mind Research Network (MRN) is seeking a Director of Research to oversee and manage research operations across multiple programs. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, supporting Principal Investigators (PIs), and coordinating resources to maintain high standards of research integrity and operational efficiency.   The Director of Research works closely with internal and external Principal Investigators, service centers, IRBs,...

Under general direction, the Laboratory Animal Sciences Technician will perform a variety of tasks following established techniques and procedures. Assist in study execution; collects samples from and administers agents to research animals as IACUC approved studies require. Works with a variety of animal species and tasks will involve both in-vivo and in-vitro procedures. Documents laboratory work to acceptable standards and maintains laboratory/medical equipment and supplies in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols and regulations. The successful...

Under general direction, the Laboratory Animal Sciences Technician will perform a variety of tasks following established techniques and procedures. Assist in study execution; collects samples from and administers agents to research animals as IACUC approved studies require. Works with a variety of animal species and tasks will involve both in-vivo and in-vitro procedures. Documents laboratory work to acceptable standards and maintains laboratory/medical equipment and supplies in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols and regulations. The successful...

The Necropsy Laboratory Manager oversees and coordinates the daily activities of the Necropsy and Trim labs in addition to managing scientific support staff. The position is responsible for project prioritization, protocol development, data interpretation, data summary, performing necropsies, and interfacing with investigators who utilize this lab. Also documents laboratory work and maintains laboratory equipment and supplies as well as organizes, oversees and coordinates studies and aspects of complex studies.

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform skilled clinical laboratory procedures according to established standards. This position will be responsible for performing automated and manual hematology, clinical chemistry, coagulation analyses, urinalysis and cytology. This position may perform technical evaluation of new instrumentation, method development and oversee the review and revision of laboratory policies and procedures. Responsibilities will include monitoring of all procedures and quality control practices to ensure accuracy and validity of test results and compliance with the requirements of regulatory and certifying agencies.  The...

A Post-Doctoral research position is currently available in the laboratory of Dr. Andrew Mayer at the Mind Research Network in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Post-Doctoral Fellow will conduct independent research in the field of traumatic brain injury, assist other members in the lab with research projects, and develop novel research methods as needed. The Post-Doctoral fellow will also work directly with research teams within the Mind Research Network as well as with outside collaborators, develop proposals for research funding, present and publish research data, analyze and interpret a variety of preclinical and clinical data, and perform all other related research duties as required or...

Under general direction, the Proposal Specialist provides technical assistance to scientific and administrative staff throughout the full contract and grant life cycle. This includes pre-award activities such as reviewing and negotiating terms for Federal, private, and industry sponsors, as well as post-award administration, including managing amendments, modifications, and processing a proposal for requests for equitable adjustments to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.  

The Radiation Control Technician supports the Institute in the area of radiological protection ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations by measuring, assessing and documenting radiological conditions in the workplace. In addition, the incumbent is expected to support other environmental, safety and health disciplines.

Seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a Research Associate within the Laboratory Animal Sciences/Applied Sciences group. Under limited supervision, performs a variety of routine and non-routine research tasks, following established techniques and procedures. Will work extensively with computer-based programs.  Will assist in study preparation (protocols), data collection and evaluation (data management), and reporting (data management and report writing).  Conducts technical...

The Research Associate will perform a variety of complex studies to include developing aerosol exposure systems, characterizing complex aerosols, documenting laboratory work, maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies.   Independently writes proposals, final reports, and cost estimates.  Documents laboratory work to acceptable standards and maintains laboratory/medical equipment and supplies in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures...

A full time Research Coordinator position is currently available in Dr. Kent Kiehl’s laboratory at The Mind Research Network. The research coordinator will work with a team on grant-funded studies designed to evaluate neurobehavioral characteristics of incarcerated criminal offenders with antisocial (e.g., psychopathic) traits, substance use disorders, and/or past traumatic events (including traumatic brain injury). Our studies also investigate the impact of treatment (e.g., cognitive skills training) as well long-term outcomes post-release from incarceration. Research coordinators are responsible for: 1) Recruiting and scheduling participants, 2) Conducting clinical and neuropsychological...

The Research Technologist assists in study execution; collects samples from and administers agents to research animals in accordance with IACUC standards with a large focus on necropsy on multiple species.  Participation in other pathology and study specific related duties (tissue collection, trimming, specimen processing and management, etc.) will be required. This position will involve preparing various study supplies for the rest of the team, including label making and labeling, helping ensure we do not run out of supply stock, and handling samples post-collection, including shipping samples, transferring samples, and archiving samples.