Firefighter Health Research Support Specialist

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami seeks a full-time Research Support Specialist to advance federally and institutionally funded studies in firefighter health and safety. You will manage data collection tools, maintain REDCap databases, and support field activities across Florida, coordinating with researchers and community partners to ensure rigorous data quality and study progress.

The role requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to work independently within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health or related field.
• Minimum one year of relevant research experience preferred.
• Experience with REDCap and longitudinal studies preferred.
• Certification or training in research compliance (IRB/HIPAA) preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.]
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Responsibilities

• Collects, analyzes, and maintains research data and databases.
• Conducts quality assurance and generates routine reports.
• Coordinates community partner meetings and field-based activities.
• Supports participant recruitment, scheduling, and follow-up.
• Develops data collection instruments and study procedures.
• Prepares research summaries, tables, and presentations.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health, health sciences, biological sciences, social sciences, epidemiology, psychology, nursing, exercise science, or another relevant field

Tools

REDCap

Microsoft Office

Electronic data-management systems

Job description

University of Miami seeks a full-time Research Support Specialist to advance federally and institutionally funded studies in firefighter health and safety. You will manage data collection tools, maintain REDCap databases, and support field activities across Florida, coordinating with researchers and community partners to ensure rigorous data quality and study progress.

The role requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to work independently within a