• OPS Research specialist

    University of Florida (Jacksonville, FL)


    OPS Research specialist

     

    Work type: Temp Full-Time

     

    Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration

     

    Department: 30010100 - JX-DEAN-ADMINISTRATION

    Classification Title:

    OPS Research specialist

    Classification Minimum Requirements:

    Associate’s degree or an allied health professional degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

    Job Description:

    + Coordinate day-to-day activities and ensure the compliance of specific research studies. Contact and schedule research participants while observing study-imposed time windows. Track all study-related activities and deviations. Develop and submit IRB and research billing documents, as necessary. Work closely with the study Principal Investigator to determine study participant eligibility. Issue study documents as necessary, and create and maintain source documents. Ensure that the study documents are properly organized, and manage study data in REDCap.

    + Serve as a monitor for master research/participant schedule coordination, notification of necessary parties, greeting, and check-in/check-out participants. Make reminder calls and send reminder letters/texts or emails to study participants. Update participant tracking logs as needed. May obtain quotes for equipment and place orders. Monitor levels of lab supplies and notify necessary parties when levels are low. May perform phone screening and documentation, data entry, and I RB-related clerical duties.

    + Conduct study visits according to the study protocol. Obtain informed consent; collect medical history. Perform research procedures and tests: For example, cognitive assessments (e.g., MoCA, NACC) and physical performance testing (e.g., walking tests, functional testing).

    + Other duties as assigned.

    Expected Salary:

    $21/hr

     

    Required Qualifications:Associate’s degree or an allied health professional degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

    Preferred:

    • Energetic and driven individual.

    • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritize and effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Bilingual (Spanish / English).

    • Coordinates multiple tasks and works independently and productively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

    • This position requires excellent organizational skills.

    • Integrity, careful attention to detail, ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate professionalism and respect for subjects' rights and individual needs; willingness to learn and maintain skills per HIPAA regulations and Good Clinical Practice guidelines.

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume."

     

    Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

     

    This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

     

    Health Assessment Required:Yes

     

    Advertised: 21 Jul 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

     

    Applications close: 04 Aug 2025 Eastern Daylight Time