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Overview Organizational Summary:
Anthropology is the comparative and global study of humanity in all its dimensions past, present, and future. At USF, the principal sub-fields of anthropology — cultural, biological, archaeological, and linguistic — are integrated through a commitment to practical applications that will understand the past and benefit contemporary and future societies. We are committed to understanding global diversity through community-based, applied research that is holistic and interdisciplinary. As applied anthropologists, we study, design, and evaluate policies, programs, and outcomes that have real consequences. Our faculty and students engage in world-class innovative research throughout the Americas, Europe, and Africa. Our work addresses globalization, economic development, resource and health disparities, environmental remediation, diet and nutrition, community advocacy, heritage resource management, education, media, and communication.
Position Summary:
This position reports to the Director or Assistant Director of Research of a grant or project and performs specific phases of data gathering, analysis and communication on the project. The position actively participates in research study meetings to discuss progress/status of the study.
Responsibilities
Research tasks associated with this position for Dr. Zarger’s Strong Coasts project include:
Conducting virtual or in-person interviews
Completing surveys, public workshops, spatial analysis
Creation of ArcGIS storymaps
Development of educational materials
Writing reports and giving presentations
Research sites in Belize, Miami, and USVI require a degree in social sciences, preferably at the MA level.
The research specialist will be responsible for attending all project meetings related to the project during the appointment, taking field notes, data collection, data analysis and processing of qualitative and quantitative data. Prior experience in environmental social science methods and research as well as community engagement will be needed for the successful applicant.
Qualifications 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.
About Us Working at USF 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.
About USF
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.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. 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.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). 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.
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 affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Higher Education
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Overview Organizational Summary:
Anthropology is the comparative and global study of humanity in all its dimensions past, present, and future. At USF, the principal sub-fields of anthropology — cultural, biological, archaeological, and linguistic — are integrated through a commitment to practical applications that will understand the past and benefit contemporary and future societies. We are committed to understanding global diversity through community-based, applied research that is holistic and interdisciplinary. As applied anthropologists, we study, design, and evaluate policies, programs, and outcomes that have real consequences. Our faculty and students engage in world-class innovative research throughout the Americas, Europe, and Africa. Our work addresses globalization, economic development, resource and health disparities, environmental remediation, diet and nutrition, community advocacy, heritage resource management, education, media, and communication.
Position Summary:
This position reports to the Director or Assistant Director of Research of a grant or project and performs specific phases of data gathering, analysis and communication on the project. The position actively participates in research study meetings to discuss progress/status of the study.
Responsibilities
Research tasks associated with this position for Dr. Zarger’s Strong Coasts project include:
Conducting virtual or in-person interviews
Completing surveys, public workshops, spatial analysis
Creation of ArcGIS storymaps
Development of educational materials
Writing reports and giving presentations
Research sites in Belize, Miami, and USVI require a degree in social sciences, preferably at the MA level.
The research specialist will be responsible for attending all project meetings related to the project during the appointment, taking field notes, data collection, data analysis and processing of qualitative and quantitative data. Prior experience in environmental social science methods and research as well as community engagement will be needed for the successful applicant.
Qualifications 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.
About Us Working at USF 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.
About USF
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.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. 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.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). 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.
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 affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Higher Education
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Location notes: St. Petersburg, FL
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