OPS Research Support Asst

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers a diversity of courses designed to enable students to pursue careers in mathematics or statistics, as well as enhance competence in engineering, the physical sciences, the life sciences, and the social sciences. The Department provides programs leading to B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees and is committed to serving the community through the STEM Education Center, the Center for Industrial and Interdisciplinary Mathematics, free public lectures, and faculty involvement in community activities.

About the role

This position involves working on mathematical models for understanding and design of three-dimensional DNA-RNA nanostructures within a research group.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience.
• Higher education may substitute for the experience as follows:
  • Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
  • Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
  • Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
  • Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree;
  • Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
• Must meet all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.

About Us

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida (USF) is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. USF is dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged, and driven workforce. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities.

USF 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. The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine is ranked 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance plans
• Retirement plan options
• Employee and dependent tuition programs
• Generous leave policies
• Hundreds of employee perks and discounts