ENTRUST Study Coordinator (TEMP)

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As a next-generation public research institute and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.

The Opportunity:

The part-time ENTRUST Laboratory Coordinator will be responsible for providing support for community-based research projects relating to transgender health through an NIH funded Director's award (PI: Cyrus, DP2 DA058436). Examples of responsibilities the coordinator will assume are to adhere to research project policies and procedures to enhance efficiency, and efficacy. They will assist the study team with deadline driven objectives such as IRB renewal and NIH progress reports and other related administrative responsibilities (e.g. completion of study forms and inventory/accountability for study materials). The coordinator will work with the PI and team on the development of lab presentations and other dissemination materials. The coordinator must also perform other related duties assigned or deemed appropriate by the PI, including but not limited to required University and College training or assisting with training of new TRUST staff members.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the day-to-day execution of the study.

• Work with transgender populations in community-based and office-based settings, aiding in recruitment.

• Assist in participant enrollment into the study, including confirming eligibility and consenting participants via telephone.

• Assist with data collection, including scheduling and conducting all interviews.

• Follow up with study participants.

• Complete paperwork associated with study visits and cash incentive distribution.

• Complete any IRB and training required by the university and/or the PI.

• Work with the study Community Advisory Board on requested outreach activities and site visits.

• Contribution to the preparation of presentations, research publications, conferences.

• Assist study close out procedures.

• Perform other related duties assigned or deemed appropriate by the Principal Investigators (PIs), including but not limited to required University and college trainings.

• Attend weekly study meeting and other meetings as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6). 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Motivation to work on an interdisciplinary NIH funded team.

• Strong skills in writing, communication, and team building.

• Expertise in sexual and gender minority research is desirable.

• Prefer candidate with the ability to communicate in both English and Spanish in order to work effectively with customers and team members

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to your application, please provide a cover letter and resume.

Are Benefits Important to You?

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off. 

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

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Benefits Eligibility

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

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