Research Support Specialist / Sr. Research Support Specialist (Finance)

This is position is for the Neuromuscular Division in the Department of Neurology. The Sr. Research Support Specialist serves primarily as a clinical research coordinator who coordinates all facets of a clinical trial protocol. They are more heavily involved in data collection, typically the primary team member in charge of collecting study assessments. Furthermore, the Sr. RSS monitors data for patient safety, as they now have the experience to notice discrepancies and safety issues more readily. Additionally the Sr. RSS may also mentor for junior research support specialist and research assistants.

This position is Grant funded and will be a time limited position.Preferred Qualifications: 2-4 years of clinical research experience.

Minimum Requirements for RSS: 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.

Minimum Requirements for Sr. RSS 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.

Special Skills: Clinical research, IRB, clinical skills (phlebotomy, ECG, IV)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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Working at USF
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With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.
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To learn more about working at USF please visit: Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here .Research coordination: Actively participates in clinical trial recruitment by assisting with evaluation of potential study participants; acts as a lead study coordinator for studies assigned by direct supervisor; coordinates study visits with study team and patient; explains consent process; performs required study evaluations and conducts majority of study visit; Performs study assessments, blood draws, vital collection and other visit measures as appropriate by training; coordinates with research pharmacy and other vendors for completion of study objectives; assists clinical staff to ensure patient safety.

Evaluates potential research participants with Principal Investigator; schedules screening evaluations; explains consent process; performs required screening evaluations; randomizes participants into appropriate research study. Coordinates and schedules study visit and follow-ups. Oversees or performs required procedures for each visit. Records data on each study participant for each visit according to research protocol, maintaining complete study progress notes and case report from for each visit. Reports any Adverse Event according to protocol.

Data entry for clinical trials, proofing for data entry errors, and preparing patient/participant documents for study visits, which includes development of source documents as needed. Assist with monitoring visits and attend Investigator Meetings as requested by the Assistant Director. Develop materials to communicate projects/trials to potential clients and their families and assist with the promotional materials supplied by the sponsors. Conducts patient visits and testing, including preparation of laboratory shipments and obtaining required information from study subjects during patients visits.

Oversees site inventory of supplies for the division (lab kits, pre medication, patient specific supplies, office supplies).

Assist in training of new or more junior clinical research staff members. Aids clinical staff in addressing continued patient care (calls to discuss AEs, medication questions, etc.) and may be called upon to assist during clinic hours with various providers.

Performs other duties as assigned.