Research Support Specialist

Tampa, FL, United States

• Job Identification 42474
• Job Category Research
• Posting Date 01/20/2026, 10:49 PM
• Apply Before 02/19/2026, 10:49 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Locations 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, US
• Essential Personnel No

Job Description
The Research Support Specialist will coordinate, conduct and evaluate research related activity for translational and clinical research projects as assigned. The main responsibility of the position is to oversee the screening, enrollment, and retention of study participants, perform clinical and imaging data collection, ensure quality of data collected throughout the research study, and implement the procedures and activities of the assigned study protocols, according to all applicable regulations and regulatory compliance, under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI). The primary focus of research will be in spinal conditions such as scoliosis and spondylolisthesis and minimally invasive spinal procedures.

Responsibilities
Provide research-related services, interventions and evaluations for participants enrolled in translational clinical research studies under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI).

• Provide initial and ongoing informed consent with participants and families.
• Perform clinical and imaging data collection.
• Communicate participant status to Investigator and research team as well as other entities as required.
• Maintain research progress notes and source documents to record data for each study participant in accordance with the research protocol.
• Monitor participant's unexpected and adverse events, laboratory, radiology, and other procedure test results and report to Investigator, sponsor and IRB (Institutional Review Board) as appropriate.
• Monitor clinical study activity to ensure compliance with the protocol and all applicable regulations, including HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.

Prepare and submit documents to the Institutional Review Board(s) and other research review boards and

committees as applicable and according to regulatory and institutional requirements.

• Compile and maintain regulatory files for assigned protocols.
• Coordinate, prepare for and participate in monitoring visits, audits and inspections.

Complete and maintain necessary training to stay abreast of current regulatory guidelines. Participate in the planning and execution of education and training activities, specific to assigned studies and to general clinical research educational activities.

• Serve as a resource for internal and external customers and members in regard to clinical research processes, developments and trends in the field as well as referrals to specific clinical research studies as applicable.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate ) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
• Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

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

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.

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