Job Description

502925 NMSU satellite location, New Mexico, United States Staff Staff Full-time Closing at: Nov 19 2025 - 23:55 MST

Position

Title:

Research Scientist, Assc

Employee Classification:

Research Scientist,Assc

College/Division:

Engineering College

Department:

360200-CARLSBAD ENV MONITORING AND RES CTR

Internal or External Search:

External - Open to all applicants

Location:

NMSU satellite location

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Carlsbad NM

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:

Commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:

1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt

: Exempt

Summary:

Lead the day-to-day operations of our Lung and Whole-body In-vivo Radiobioassay Laboratory. This role is central to our Internal Dosimetry (ID) program, ensuring the safety of radiological workers and the public through vital in-vivo measurements. You'll serve as the Internal Dosimetry Team Lead and drive the Lie Down and Be Counted research and outreach service. Advance your career in radiobioassay management and public safety.

Classification Summary:

Independently employs a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in a particular field of specialization to plan, design, and conduct research and present findings. Carries out novel or complex assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. May act in a liaison capacity with various department, divisions, and organizations.

Classification Standard Duties:

Designs and implements research protocols and projects; applies advanced analytical techniques and the modification and extension of theories and practices in innovative research projects in field of specialty; develops statistical and observational models. Operates and maintains sophisticated equipment to conduct research, analyze data, and report research findings; may instruct others in use of equipment. Applies diversified knowledge of scientific research principles, practices, and protocols in research projects; may make recommendations and conclusions which serve as the basis for decision making in a specialty area. Collaborates with users and principal investigators on design, analysis, application, and reporting of research projects; teaches and advises on techniques. Supplies technical leadership and consultation to professional co-workers, collaborators, and graduate students. Prepares analyses, reports, and other documentation for publication; presents findings at local, national, and/or international meetings. Prepares grant proposals to obtain funding in support of research activities.Serves as principal investigator, as appropriate, on sub-projects of complexities consistent with above criteria. May manage or oversee a research laboratory; may curate a research collection. Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems.Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency

Required Education:Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience:Five(5) years of professional experience related to the standard duties as outlined; Equivalency:None; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in area of expertise. Comprehensive knowledge of engineering, scientific, and/or mathematical concepts and theories in area of specialty. knowledge of contracts and grants preparation and management. Knowledge of engineering and/or scientific research principles, practices, and protocols. Knowledge of research methodology, principles and procedures.; SKILLS:Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Skill in educating others in research methods and techniques in area of expertise.; ABILITIES:Ability to utilize advanced computer statistical and technical applications. Ability to use independent judgment to adapt and modify research concepts and approaches to specific projects. Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise. Ability to develop and deliver presentations. Ability to develop scientific reports and manuscripts based on original research. Ability to utilize and maintain advanced scientific equipment and facilities. Ability to utilize advanced analytical techniques and programs to develop scientific models.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

This position supports the Internal Dosimetry (ID) program, which performs lung and whole body in-vivo radiobioassay measurements of radiological workers and the general public. This position has three primary responsibilities. 1) The Lung and Whole-body In-vivo Radiobioassay Laboratory Management on a day-to-day basis, 2) Internal Dosimetry Team Lead, 3) Lie Down and Be Counted research and outreach service.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact:

Lambis Papelis, (575) 234-5555, lpapelis@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding:

Contingent upon external funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility:

This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule:

Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment:

Work is performed in an interior medical/clinical environment.

Physical Effort:

Moderate physical activity.

Lifting Requirements:

Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk:

Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.