OPS - Clinical Research Assistant

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Florida in Gainesville is seeking a Part-time OPS - Clinical Research Assistant to support a range of clinical research activities on the Main Campus. The role involves screening, recruiting, consenting participants, collecting and entering data, and coordinating communications for the study team.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in an appropriate area and at least one year of related experience, with preferred familiarity in UF's clinical research system and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in appropriate area and one year of relevant experience? or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience coordinating research studies and data collection processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage assigned research studies including screening, recruiting, consent, data collection and entry.
• Prepare for study visits, schedule patient visits, and coordinate communication for the study team.
• Label and process clinical samples, manage data queries, and run required reports in OnCore.
• Maintain up-to-date study records and participate in training and professional development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

Associate's degree in appropriate area

Tools

Microsoft Office

OnCore

Job description

OPS - Clinical Research Assistant

Job No: 541506

Work Type: Part Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Health Care Administration/Support

Department: 29070800 - MD-OBGYN-ACADE SPEC GEN OB GYN

Job Description

Classification Title: OPS - Clinical Research Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements: Associate's degree in appropriate area and one year or relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Coordinate and manage assigned research studies. Activities include the following: screen, recruit and consent eligible participants, work with clinical team to collect and enter patient data, perform chart review, attend relevant trainings and meetings, and coordinate communication for the study team. Additional activities include managing data and performing quality assurance checks for the Informed Consent and other relevant study documents.

Work with clinical research study team to prepare for study visits to include preparing study questionnaires, scheduling patient visits and coordinating communication. Label and process clinical samples as needed. Manage data queries, assist with projects to support related clinical initiatives, maintain accurate records within OnCore. Run reports as requested. Maintain up-to-date study records

Activities include but are not limited to: completing tasks as assigned to complete human subjects research; participating in professional development and continuing education; provide mentorship regarding human subjects research as requested; satisfying annual competencies as required by the University of Florida and Institutional Review Boards.

Expected Salary: $20.00 hourly

Required Qualifications: Associate's degree in appropriate area and one year or relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred: Experience working in clinical setting preferred.

Preferred: Experience working within UF"s clinical research system preferred

Preferred: Multi-media capabilities strongly preferred, proficiency with Microsoft Office

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Applications Close: 04 October 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.