Social and Behavioral Researcher

About the role

This position conducts research activities under the general direction of a faculty member or a Sr. Social and Behavioral Researcher. The position oversees data collection, trains research assistants, communicates with other agencies involved in the project, and analyzes project data.

Responsibilities

• Collects and analyzes data by designing data collection instruments, conducting survey, and analyzing results.
• Drafts reports to granting agencies.
• Ensures timeliness of reports to granting agencies and may perform preliminary review of budget reports.
• Drafts publications and training manuals and provides service training to outside agencies as part of grant/contract.
• Participates in the presentation of the project to potential clients or contractors. May participate in presentations at professional meetings.
• Drafts sub-contracts for grant services.
• Conducts formative and summative evaluation of programs.
• Oversees screening protocols, ensuring quality control and collecting data for research studies.
• May oversee remote data gathering locations and train assistants who gather project data.
• Acts as performance consultant to subcontractors or health departments to produce model quality programs.
• Develops training manuals and provides training services.
• Develops website to disseminate project information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the research or data analysis responsibilities and a minimum of one year of research experience; or a Master's degree in one of the same fields.
• Four years of progressively responsible work experience in a field directly related to the research may substitute for the Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

About USF

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.

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.