Research Support Specialist / Sr. Research Support Specialist (Finance)
This is position is for the Neuromuscular Division in the Department of Neurology. The Sr. Research Support Specialist serves primarily as a clinical research coordinator who coordinates all facets of a clinical trial protocol. They are more heavily involved in data collection, typically the primary team member in charge of collecting study assessments. Furthermore, the Sr. RSS monitors data for patient safety, as they now have the experience to notice discrepancies and safety issues more readily. Additionally the Sr. RSS may also mentor for junior research support specialist and research assistants.
This position is Grant funded and will be a time limited position.Preferred Qualifications: 2-4 years of clinical research experience.
Minimum Requirements for RSS: This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in office or administrative support or in research support. College education may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis.
Minimum Requirements for Sr. RSS This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience in office or administrative support or in research support. College education may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis.
Special Skills: Clinical research, IRB, clinical skills (phlebotomy, ECG, IV)Working at USF
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.Research coordination: Actively participates in clinical trial recruitment by assisting with evaluation of potential study participants; acts as a lead study coordinator for studies assigned by direct supervisor; coordinates study visits with study team and patient; explains consent process; performs required study evaluations and conducts majority of study visit; Performs study assessments, blood draws, vital collection and other visit measures as appropriate by training; coordinates with research pharmacy and other vendors for completion of study objectives; assists clinical staff to ensure patient safety.
Evaluates potential research participants with Principal Investigator; schedules screening evaluations; explains consent process; performs required screening evaluations; randomizes participants into appropriate research study. Coordinates and schedules study visit and follow-ups. Oversees or performs required procedures for each visit. Records data on each study participant for each visit according to research protocol, maintaining complete study progress notes and case report from for each visit. Reports any Adverse Event according to protocol.
Data entry for clinical trials, proofing for data entry errors, and preparing patient/participant documents for study visits, which includes development of source documents as needed. Assist with monitoring visits and attend Investigator Meetings as requested by the Assistant Director. Develop materials to communicate projects/trials to potential clients and their families and assist with the promotional materials supplied by the sponsors. Conducts patient visits and testing, including preparation of laboratory shipments and obtaining required information from study subjects during patients visits.
Oversees site inventory of supplies for the division (lab kits, pre medication, patient specific supplies, office supplies).
Assist in training of new or more junior clinical research staff members. Aids clinical staff in addressing continued patient care (calls to discuss AEs, medication questions, etc.) and may be called upon to assist during clinic hours with various providers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
