Sr. Research Support Specialist (Finance)

This position reports to the Director or Assistant Director of Research of a grant or project and performs specific phases of the data gathering, analysis and communication on the project. The position actively participates in research study meetings to discuss progress/status of study. The position may gather data for the evaluation duties in preparation for the project. The position then performs project activities such as screening potential project participants for program criteria; communicating the project to potential participants or the general public; serving as part of a data gathering team at a remote site; or assembling and analyzing data on the project. This position may require specific computer expertise. Work at this level is non-exempt and represents the basic level of analytical contribution to the research. The Sr. Research Support Specialists is distinguished from the Research Support Specialist, as it conducts and documents training for new staff on current protocols for the division and acts as a resource for junior staff. Additionally, conducts patient visits and testing, including preparation of laboratory shipments. The position may participate in projects and are not responsible for management of projects or final interpretation of results. A position in this class may perform some general administrative duties such as monitoring budgets, and drafting administrative forms and reports, however the work is primarily scientific and analytical.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.

FLSB1310 Equivalency:
4 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree.
6 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for master's degree.Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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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.

• Collect, analyze and perform quality assurance of study data. Monitors overall clinical study to insure that quality control measures are in compliance with protocol.
• Travels to remote sites to gather data.
• Recommends changes in protocols to improve quality of data gathering of overall study.
• Oversees the ordering, dispensing and maintenance of supplies and medication for the research study.
• Evaluates potential research participants with Principal Investigator; schedules screening evaluations; explains consent process; performs required screening evaluations; randomizes participants into appropriate research study.
• Records data on each study participant for each visiting according to research protocol, maintaining study progress notes and case report for each visit. Reports any Adverse Event according to protocol. Prepares and submits protocol applications, amendments, annual review, adverse events reports and study sponsor communication to IRB as required.
• Develops materials to communicate projects/trials to potential clients and their families and assists with the promotional materials supplied by the sponsors.
• Conducts and documents training (lab processing, protocol specific procedures) for new staff on current protocols for the division and acts as a resource for junior staff.
• Assists with making travel arrangements for study participants to fit within their protocol and other tasks related to study conduct such as setting up subcontracts with local labs.
• Oversees site inventory of supplies for the division (lab kits, premedication, patient specific supplies, office supplies).