Research Scientist OPS

RiseMe; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Florida is seeking a data-driven biostatistics professional to assist with gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data related to clinical research, quality improvement, and program effectiveness. You will apply statistical methods to improve data collection and generate insights.

The role involves designing protocols, conducting power analyses, and performing analyses using STATA, SAS, R, and SPSS, with dissemination of results and collaboration across teams at USF.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, or a related field with at least 2 years of professional experience; or a Master's degree in one of these fields.
• Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of statistical concepts, methods, and techniques used in clinical research studies.
• Proficiency with statistical software STATA, SAS, R, or SPSS.

Responsibilities

• Aggregate and analyze clinical data/quality reports to support contract execution and justification.
• Aggregate and analyze partnership and programmatic data/quality reports to support institutional effectiveness and accreditation.
• Design study protocols, perform power analyses, prepare grants, literature reviews, data extraction forms, extract and manage data, and perform analyses.
• Conduct statistical analyses using STATA, SAS, R, SPSS (descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, survival analysis, multivariable modeling).
• Provide insights on biostatistics and research methodologies to improve research and quality improvement efforts.
• Disseminate scholarly, research, and clinical results.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biostatistics/Statistics/Epidemiology

Master's degree in Biostatistics/Statistics/Epidemiology

Tools

STATA

SAS

R

SPSS

Job description

This position will assist with gathering, analyzing, and interpreting a wide variety of data related to clinical research, clinical quality improvement, and programmatic effectiveness. Applies statistical knowledge and methods to improve data collection plan and to create insight.

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 and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. 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 $750 million in research funding in 2025 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 nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Responsibilities

Reports to the Assistant Dean Clinical Affairs to assist with:

• Aggregating and analyzing clinical data/quality reports to support contract execution and justification.
• Aggregating and analyzing partnership and programmatic data/quality reports to support institutional effectiveness and accreditation.
• Designing study protocols, completing power analyses, preparing grants, performing literature reviews, developing data extraction forms, extracting data, managing data, and analyzing data.
• Conducting statistical analyses using appropriate statistical software (such as STATA, SAS, R, and SPSS), including descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, survival analysis, and various multivariable modeling.
• Provides insight regarding biostatistics and research methodologies and proposes statistical approaches to improve research and quality improvement efforts.
• Scholarly, research, and clinical results dissemination and presentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of statistical concepts, methods, and techniques used in clinical research studies.
• Proficiency in statistical software packages such as STATA, SAS, R, or SPSS.
• Solid understanding of experimental design, sample size calculations, and randomization methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex statistical concepts to non-statisticians.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Working Conditions

• Environment – Typical indoor environment/office setting.
• Physical Requirements – climbing, standing, stooping, and/or typing; Ability to lift up to 20lbs as needed.
• Travel – Ability to travel to other USF campuses and/or other locations as requested.

Qualifications

This position requires a bachelor's degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, or a related field and a minimum of two years of professional experience; or a master's degree in one of the same fields.

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.

• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) 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 direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) 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.

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 www.usf.edu.

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.