OPS Clinical Research Assistant - College of Nursing

Job No: 538674

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Allied Health, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Grant or Research Administration

Department:
- -BNS-BIOBEHAVORIAL NUR SCI

The University of Florida College of Nursing is seeking a motivated OPS Clinical Research Assistant to join our research team. In this role, you will support the Principal Investigator by recruiting and screening study participants, conducting experimental protocol sessions, managing and organizing research data, and maintaining laboratory supplies and inventory. This position is ideal for someone who is detail‑oriented, enjoys hands‑on research, and is eager to contribute to impactful clinical studies.

• Oversees administration of research projects, including screening participants, ensuring appropriate scheduling and follow-up for research participants, and coordinating staff responsibilities for research projects. Runs subjects in experimental protocols; involves obtaining informed consent, administering questionnaires, and conducting sensory testing protocols (including experimental pain testing).
• Manages data; includes maintaining subject charts and scanning paper forms and uploading them to the central database. Ensures that all paper and computer files are maintained in a confidential manner.
• Maintains the inventory and schedule of the laboratory. Includes ordering supplies; tracking equipment, computers, and phones; and maintaining copies of questionnaires for use in the study. Schedules staff meetings and tracking work schedules. Schedules participant appointments in research studies.
• Trains part-time and volunteer research assistants in data collection and data management; ensures their compliance with IRB and privacy policies.
• Helps organize the inventory of the laboratory; includes organizing paper records and lab supplies and informing the study coordinator of inventory status.

$15.00 - $18.00 hourly

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• College Degree and/or one year of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous pain research experience
• Strong communication skills
• Criminal background check is required
• Time‑limited position
• Patient contact

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This is a time‑limited position.

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20 February 2026

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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  or the Florida Relay System at  (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.