Coord,Research

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The UNM Evaluation Lab is seeking an adaptable, detail-oriented, and emotionally intelligent Evaluation Lab Team Lead to join our team on an On-Call basis. This position is designated as on-call and will work on an as-needed basis. Hours may vary depending on project demands, with an average expectation of 15 to 20 hours per week. The Team Lead serves a dual role as an evaluation project lead and an academic mentor. In this capacity, the successful candidate will guide applied, community-engaged evaluation projects, support graduate student learning, and oversee the production of high-quality evaluation deliverables. This position works closely with a wide array of stakeholders, including community non-profit organizations, UNM entities, government agencies, graduate students, and faculty. The ideal candidate will foster an environment centered on psychological safety, relational coordination, and collaborative problem-solving across all client and student engagements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
At least 1 year 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.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
At least three (3) years of directly related professional experience conducting program evaluations or applied social research.
Demonstrated background in teaching, lecturing, or facilitating applied learning in program evaluation or research methods at university level.
Proven track record of working collaboratively with community non-profits, state or local government agencies, and university stakeholders.
Strong emotional intelligence, with demonstrated ability to cultivate psychological safety for student learners and maintain high relational coordination across multi-stakeholder teams.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with experience managing multiple project timelines and student-led deliverables concurrently.

Responsibilities

Directs and oversees applied evaluation projects to ensure all deliverables meet high standards of methodological rigor, clarity, and practical utility for partner organizations.
Mentors and guides graduate students through the end-to-end evaluation process. Provides technical guidance, supports applied skill development, and delivers lectures or presentations on specialized evaluation topics as needed.
Plans and facilitates regular meetings between graduate student teams and client organizations. Manages project timelines, scope, and communication channels among non-profits, government entities, and UNM stakeholders.
Serves as an active member of the UNM Evaluation Lab team. Attends and contributes to regular Team Lead meetings, peer consultations, and lab-wide strategic discussions.
Performs related duties as assigned to support the operational goals of the Evaluation Lab.