Medical Education Program Specialist
 University of New Mexico | |
Monthly: $3,844.53 - $5,399.33
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life insurance, remote work
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 United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque | |
| 1 University Of New Mexico (Show on map) | |
 Mar 17, 2026 | |
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Requisition ID req35978 Working Title Medical Education Program Specialist Position Grade 12 Position Summary The Department of Surgery is seeking to hire a self-motivated professional with excellent organizational and program development skills to serve as a Program Specialist (PS) of the General Surgery Residency Program. Under general supervision, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day administrative aspects of the General Surgery Residency Program. Responsibilities include recruitment, maintenance and tracking of documentation required for accreditation, coordination of schedules, tracking expenses and coordinating events such as graduation and retreats. This position also requires working closely with surgical residents and the program director. This is a position that requires strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with interruptions and a growth mindset. Organizational skills, ability to manage time and deadlines, and communicate effectively are a must. The applicant must have knowledge of policies and procedures in working with confidential files and records. This position involves database management and requires advanced scheduling skills. The program specialist coordinates and oversees all administrative aspects of a large Graduate Medical Education program, including but not limited to, recruitment and onboarding, designing and maintaining complex schedules, ensuring compliance with internal and external regulatory agencies, coordinating testing and educational experiences, and working directly with the Program Director and residents. The program specialist will serve as the principal contact with external agencies to facilitate compliance with requirements and other programmatic initiatives. See the Position Description for additional information. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED; at least 6 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 Qualifications
Additional Requirements Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM Department SOM Surgery (523A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $3,844.53 - $5,399.33 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 3/24/2026 Eligible for Remote Work Yes Eligible for Remote Work Statement This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through Application Requirements Please submit the following materials for consideration: *Updated cover letter *Resume *Three professional references 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. | |