Clinical Research Associate: Data‑Driven Trials Specialist

University of South Florida in; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Florida seeks a Clinical Research Associate (Finance) to support the USF PACT study across sites in Sarasota, Lakeland, St. Petersburg, Tampa and Greenville, SC.

You will collect and manage patient and laboratory data and assist with large randomized trials. The role emphasizes data quality, regulatory reporting, participant retention, and clear communication with site staff, while ensuring compliance with IRB, Good Clinical Practice and HIPAA.

Qualifications

• This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of professional experience, or a Master's degree in a related area.
• Four years of direct experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree according to SB 1310.

Responsibilities

• Collect and manage patient and laboratory data for clinical research projects.
• Assist with large randomized trials and monitor participant progress.
• Administer computerized brain training exercises to older adults and ensure data quality.
• Maintain regular communication for participant retention and regulatory compliance.
• Trains assistants and volunteers and ensures adherence to study protocol.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Bilingual Spanish-English

Research experience

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in area of specialization

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

REDCap

Job description

The University of South Florida seeks a Clinical Research Associate (Finance) to support the USF PACT study across sites in Sarasota, Lakeland, St. Petersburg, Tampa and Greenville, SC.

You will collect and manage patient and laboratory data and assist with large randomized trials. The role emphasizes data quality, regulatory reporting, participant retention, and clear communication with site staff, while ensuring compliance with IRB, Good Clinical Practice and HIPAA.