Research Crd II/Research Crd III

Research Crd II: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Research Crd III: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Coordinating and overseeing implementation of research projects within the PI’s laboratory. This includes developing and submitting IRB protocols, assure compliance with all relevant IRB and other regulatory requirements, overseeing recruitment, providing informed consent, developing and maintaining the schedule for the studies, assist with study finances (purchasing supplies, materials, equipment, and services) and human subjects payment, maintain ClinicalTrials.gov, and providing reports to the PI regarding study progress and challenges.

Supervising research trainees, volunteers, and part-time research assistants. This involves the implementation of a new lab-wide integrated training program. It includes ensuring that they have completed all IRB-required training, training them in our experimental methods, and supervising their data collection and data entry activities.

Recruiting subjects into experimental protocols. This will involve placing advertisements, fielding and returning phone calls from potential subjects, and screening subjects for exclusion criteria. This also includes scheduling subjects and placing reminder phone calls prior to the appointment. Also, data collection via phone will be performed. In addition, assisting in the development of recruitment activities and materials for subject recruitment and retention is an important duty.

Data management, which includes maintaining subject charts and entering data into computer databases. The incumbent will also ensure that all paper and computer files are maintained in a confidential manner.

Assist with manuscript and report development. This involves conducting literature searches and developing academic output to include abstracts, grants, conference presentations, workshops, and manuscripts.

$70,000 - $75,000/year, commensurate with education/experience

Benefits:

The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family’s needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.

Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.

UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period.

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Research Crd II: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Research Crd III: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

-  Must have previous research coordinator experience

-  Proficient in database management, IRB submissions, human subjects research, and carrying out department or grant-funded research studies including randomized clinical trials. Supervisory or project management experience preferred. Must have a high attention to detail and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in psychology or other scientific field

- At least one year of experience conducting human clinical and/or experimental research

- Highly proficient in database management and survey programs such as Research Electronic Database Capture (REDCap), Qualtrics, or similar

- Manages time well, prioritizes daily tasks, and is successful in adhering to deadlines

- Plans, organizes, and schedules in an efficient, productive manner, and has a high attention to detail

- Facilitates open and effective communication, is respectful and approachable, and builds strong working relationships

- Is able to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously without sacrificing quality or accuracy

- Receptive to feedback and willing to learn

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.