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University of South Florida Libraries

Research Support Specialist

University of South Florida Libraries, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646

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Job Description Research Support Specialist role at University of South Florida Libraries. This position will coordinate, conduct, and document clinical research related activities and assist with participant recruitment activities. The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate study visits, ensure quality assurance of data collected throughout the research study, collect and prepare laboratory specimens, prepare submission of research protocols for IRB approval and review, and implement procedures and activities of the research studies conducted in the Diabetes Center, according to all applicable regulations, under the direction of the Principal Investigators.

Responsibilities

Assist with the coordination and implementation of multiple studies being conducted in the USF Diabetes and Endocrinology Center, including data entry, lab coordination, recruitment, consent, enrollment and follow-up of clinical research subjects, specimen collection (adult and pediatric phlebotomy), and preparation and shipping of laboratory specimens as needed.

Assist with patient recruitment and outreach activities to help meet recruitment goals of each active protocol. Develop and adhere to protocol procedures, Standard Operating Procedures and Good Clinical Practices.

Assist with Institutional Review Board submissions.

Special projects as needed.

Qualifications

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.

Pediatric Phlebotomy/IV insertion experience preferred, bilingual (English/Spanish) Proficient computer skills including database management and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs. An understanding of standard clinical procedures, laws and regulations.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. 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. Contact the USF ADA Lead (hr-ADA-Request@usf.edu) to coordinate your accommodation request.

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