Albuquerque Clinical Trials
Location: Albuquerque
Remote Work Available: No
Albuquerque Clinical Trials (ACT) is a locally owned, dedicated clinical research center that has served the New Mexico community since 1988. The site conducts Phase II–IV clinical trials across a wide range of therapeutic areas, partnering with pharmaceutical sponsors to bring innovative treatments and vaccines to patients in a safe, ethical, and community‑centered environment.
ACT operates with a clear mission: “Conducting research with integrity for the well-being of our patients today and the health of our community tomorrow.” This commitment shapes every aspect of the organization—from patient interactions to data quality to regulatory compliance. Interns will see firsthand how ethical research is carried out in a real-world setting.
ACT specializes in outpatient clinical trials, offering opportunities for both healthy volunteers and individuals with specific medical conditions. The team manages all aspects of study execution, including:
- Participant recruitment and screening
- Informed consent and patient education
- Study visits, procedures, and safety monitoring
- Data collection and regulatory documentation
- Collaboration with sponsors and CROs
- Lab specimen acquisition and processing
This environment gives interns exposure to the full lifecycle of clinical research operations.
As one of the longest‑standing research centers in the state, ACT expands access to clinical trials for New Mexicans and contributes to the region’s growing bioscience workforce. Interns become part of that mission by supporting research that improves public health and advances medical innovation.
Clinical Research Science Intern
Position Summary
The Clinical Research Science Intern supports the scientific and clinical operations of ongoing Phase II–IV clinical trials at Albuquerque Clinical Trials. This role is ideal for individuals interested in healthcare, biomedical sciences, pharmacy, or clinical research who want hands‑on exposure to how investigational products are evaluated for safety and effectiveness.
Key Learning Experiences
Interns will gain exposure to:
- The clinical trial lifecycle, including screening, informed consent, and study visit flow
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory expectations for human subjects research
- Safety assessments such as vitals, ECGs, and laboratory monitoring
- Protocol‑driven procedures and documentation
- Laboratory acquisition and processing, including:
- Blood, urine, and nasal swab collection
- Centrifugation, aliquoting, and labeling
- Chain‑of‑custody and temperature‑controlled handling
- Packaging specimens for courier pickup
- Data entry and source documentation under staff supervision
- Collaboration with clinical research coordinators, investigators, and regulatory staff
Ideal Candidate
- Interested in science, medicine, pharmacy, or clinical research
- Detail‑oriented and comfortable in a clinical environment
- Professional, reliable, and eager to learn
- Able to maintain confidentiality and follow protocol‑driven instructions
Clinical Research Business & Operations Intern
Position Summary
The Clinical Research Business & Operations Intern supports the administrative, outreach, and business functions that keep a clinical research site running smoothly. This role is ideal for individuals interested in business, marketing, communications, healthcare administration, or project coordination.
Key Learning Experiences
Interns will gain exposure to:
- How clinical research sites operate as small businesses within the healthcare ecosystem
- Recruitment and outreach strategies for enrolling study participants
- Marketing tasks such as flyer development, social media drafts, and community engagement
- Scheduling, visit preparation, and workflow coordination
- Regulatory and compliance‑related documentation
- Business development activities, including feasibility questionnaires and sponsor communication
- Data organization, tracking logs, and operational reporting
- Observing cross‑functional collaboration between clinical, regulatory, and administrative teams
- Social media involvement
Ideal Candidate
- Interested in business operations, healthcare administration, or communications
- Organized, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple tasks
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Creative thinker who enjoys problem‑solving and process improvement