Research Support Specialist at University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida

Job Description:

Dept Number/Name: 0-6119-000 / Dept Of Pediatrics

College Division: USFHealth-College of Medicine

Salary Plan: Staff

Job Code/Title: 4706 / Research Support Specialist

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $40,000

Position Number: 00017845

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

Our Department has over 500 faculty, staff, and residents dedicated to caring for and improving the health of children. Our mission is to be stewards of our community's most vulnerable and important resource - our children

POSITION SUMMARY:

From a research standpoint the primary purpose of this position is to recruit and retain study subjects while coordinating their visits and managing data gathered as a result of their participation in federal and investigator initiated research projects while staying compliant with FDA and IRB guidelines and regulations. This position also requires management and oversight of the recruiting facilities. Provides education to research network regarding clinical protocols. Oversees medical or health recruiting and screening protocols, collecting data for research studies. May oversee remote screening locations. Monitors laboratory tests and referrals. Recruits and trains assistants who gather data Monitors compliance of study procedures with Federal, State, and University regulations. Ensures that documents such as eligibility forms and informed consent are appropriately gathered and maintained, HIPAA regulations are followed, and that infection control and safety procedures are implemented. Prepares and maintains regulatory and compliance documents such as IRB applications. Collects and analyzes data from clinical trials or other medical screening. Creates databases based on client information or medical records and analyzes data.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Organizes clinical research stipend payment and maintains payment database. Monitors and reports budgets. Directs project supply ordering and submission of budget requests/projections as needed to ensure maintenance of ongoing project activities.

Develops materials to communicate/educate the project to potential clients, their families and the public. Coordinates site visits and collects/manages patient and lab data. Monitors clinical studies and communicates status to PI and other personnel involved in the study. Assists in performing patient assessments to determine level of care needed. Reviews protocol enrollment forms and confirms patient eligibility prior to patient registration, including obtaining all necessary informed consent forms. Participates in follow-up and assists in the care of patient complications. May assist with clerical and patient care activities as needed; assist with medications and treatments. Responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and ensuring proper utilization of laboratory and other research facilities.

Develops materials to communicate/educate the project to potential clients, their families and the public. Coordinates site visits and collects/manages patient and lab data. Monitors clinical studies and communicates status to PI and other personnel involved in the study. Assists in performing patient assessments to determine level of care needed. Reviews protocol enrollment forms and confirms patient eligibility prior to patient registration, including obtaining all necessary informed consent forms. Participates in follow-up and assists in the care of patient complications. May assist with clerical and patient care activities as needed; assist with medications and treatments . Responsible for coordinating , scheduling, and ensuring proper utilization of laboratory and other research facilities.

From the clinical standpoint, oversees and organizes the necessary medical treatment and care of high risk patients. Delegates tasks as necessary. Plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates the plan of care in partnership with the family and other members of the healthcare team. Handles the coordination of care, case management, coaching, consultation and intervention for patients with one or more chronic diseases.

Prepares initial applications for IRB submission, modification requests, and continuing reviews. Prepares and maintains regulatory and compliance documents. Interprets and applies rules and regulations pertaining to clinical research to ensure compliance (i.e. Code of Federal Regulations) Interprets and applies requirements and standards as set forth by the National Institutes of Health and FDA. Recommends changes in procedures in order to locate, accept, and track clients. Actively participates in meetings pertaining to protocols to ensure consistent interpretation and adherence to protocols at all stages of study. Evaluates protocol study forms and reviews records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance preparation for external audits.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM:

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.

PREFERRED:

Some experience conducting psychosocial assessments or working in a community-based research project.

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Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 38181

Posting Date: 11/07/2024

Posting End Date: 12/27/2024

How to Claim Veteran's Preference:

This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans' Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295.

Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING APPLICATION; such documentation is required for eligibility determination.

Supporting documentation, in addition to the DD214, may be required based on eligibility criteria. If you are submitting a DD 214, please ensure the social security number and date of birth is redacted/removed.

For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

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About USF

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

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