Research Support Specialist/Genetics

Dept Number/Name: 0-6119-000 / Dept of Pediatrics

College Division: USF Health- Morsani College of Medicine

Salary Plan: Staff- Grant Funded (Time-limited)

Job Code/Title: 4706 / Research Support Specialist

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $38,000 - $46,000 annual

Position Number: 00048385

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

USF Health's mission is to envision and implement the future of health. It is the partnership of the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, the College of Nursing, the College of Public Health, the College of Pharmacy, the School of Biomedical Sciences, the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, and the USF Physician's Group. USF is a global research university ranked 34th in federal research expenditures for public universities. For information regarding the USF Health, please visit our website at http://health.usf.edu/index.html

POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary purpose of this position is to recruit and retain study subjects while coordinating their visits and managing data gathered as a result of their investigator participation, initiated, and sponsored research projects, all while staying compliant with FDA and IRB guidelines and regulations. This position also involves a laboratory aspect.

Sample retrieving, processing, and shipping for investigator-led and sponsored studies. The division's primary biorepository management while maintaining other laboratory functions and safety. Monitor compliance with study procedures with Federal, State, and University regulations.

Ensures that documents such as eligibility forms and informed consent are appropriately gathered and maintained, HIPAA regulations are followed, and that infection control and safety procedures are implemented. Prepares and maintains regulatory and compliance documents such as IRB applications. Collects and analyzes data from clinical trials or other medical screenings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinates site visits and collects/manages patient and lab data for sponsored and investigator-initiated studies. Monitors clinical studies and communicates status to PI and other personnel involved in the study.

Assist in patient pre-screening and organization of recruitment. Reviews protocol enrollment forms and confirms patient eligibility before patient registration, including obtaining all necessary informed consent forms. The coordinator participates in follow-up and assists in the care of patient complications.

May assist with clerical and patient care as needed; assist with patient visit check-in (obtaining vitals); oversee medications and treatments. Responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and ensuring proper utilization of laboratory and other research facilities.

Collects, organizes, and analyzes research samples/data from all trials and studies in the division. Process samples for both investigators initiated and clinical research trials.

Primary processing lab technician for patient samples regarding the biorepository specimen. New studies are implemented to determine the most effective methods for locating, identifying, screening, and accepting subjects into new studies according to protocols. Assures that safety and infection control measures are implemented.

Ensure data quality control. The coordinator oversees data collection.

Prepares initial applications for IRB submission, modification requests, and continuing reviews. Prepares and maintains regulatory and compliance documents.

Interprets and applies rules and regulations about clinical research to ensure compliance (i.e., Code of Federal Regulations). Interprets and applies requirements and standards set forth by the National Institutes of Health and the FDA. Recommends changes in procedures to locate, accept, and track clients. Actively participates in meetings about protocols to ensure consistent interpretation and adherence to protocols at all stages of study. Evaluate protocol study forms and reviews records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance in preparation for external audits.

From a Clinical standpoint, oversees and organizes investigational research visits on a case-by-case basis. Ensures patient visit occurs, along with proper sample collection and shipment to collaborating institution.

In addition, the coordinator handles the sample collection for inpatient study subjects. Works with the primary care team to ensure safe and proper collection.

Coordinates establishing collaborative research contracts and agreements for the division and individual studies (MTAs, CTAs, DTAs, CRAs, etc.) Organizes clinical research stipend payment and maintains payment database. Directs project supply ordering for studies and laboratory facilities.

Clinical duties: Entering orders, medication refills, creating encounters, documenting telephone notes, and uploading doc.

Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM:

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.

PREFERRED:

Research experience preferred and clinical experience.

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Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a Level 2 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 36855

Original Posting Date: 04/25/2024

Posting End Date: 05/17/2024

How to Claim Veteran's Preference:

This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans' Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295.

Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING APPLICATION; such documentation is required for eligibility determination.

Supporting documentation, in addition to the DD214, may be required based on eligibility criteria. If you are submitting a DD 214, please ensure the social security number and date of birth is redacted/removed.

For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

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