Compliance, Analytics, Risk & Ethics (CARE) is a unit within the University of South Florida’s Office of
Research. CARE advances a coordinated, risk-based approach to research compliance, analytics, and
oversight across the University’s research enterprise. It ensures institutional compliance with federal and
state regulations governing the responsible conduct of research, including but not limited to conflicts of
interest, research security, human subjects protection, and related regulatory domains. The unit operates
within a centralized research administration framework and partners with Sponsored Programs, colleges,
and central administrative offices to align operational execution with regulatory requirements and
institutional risk tolerance.
Position Summary
This position supports the administration of the University of South Florida (USF) Conflicts of Interest (COI)
in Research Program within CARE. The Research Compliance Administrator I (RCA) is responsible for
performing detailed disclosure reviews, supporting program operations, and ensuring that COI processes
are executed in accordance with federal regulations (e.g., 42 CFR Part 50 Subpart F, 45 CFR Part 94),
state law, and institutional policy. The role operates within a structured program under the direction of the
COI Manager and contributes to maintaining audit-ready documentation, consistent application of
regulatory requirements, and effective communication with investigators and administrative units.
The responsibilities for this position include:
35% - Disclosure Review and Processing
Reviews Significant Financial Interest (SFI) disclosures for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with federal and institutional requirements. Identifies potential conflicts and routes complex or high-risk disclosures for further review. Maintains documentation to support audit readiness and regulatory defensibility.
20% - Program Support, Case Management, and Regulatory Guidance
Supports the day-to-day operations of the COI Program, including tracking disclosures, maintaining records, and assisting with implementation and monitoring of management plans. Ensures timely processing and adherence to established workflows. Provides guidance to investigators, departments, and affiliates regarding COI requirements and disclosure obligations. Coordinates with the Human Research Protection Program/IRB, Sponsored Programs, Technology Transfer, and other administrative units to support compliance and ensure consistent application of regulatory requirements.
15% - Committee and Administrative Support
Supports COI Committee operations at a programmatic level, including preparation and quality review of meeting materials, coordination of meeting logistics, ensuring quorum requirements, and documentation of committee deliberations and determinations. Ensures completeness, accuracy, and audit readiness of committee records. Facilitates communication of committee outcomes to investigators and relevant institutional stakeholders. Maintains official records in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
15% - Subrecipient and Affiliate Compliance
Coordinates COI compliance for subrecipient investigators and affiliated institutions, including solicitation and tracking of disclosures and maintenance of related records and databases.
10% - Training and Program Support
Supports COI training initiatives for faculty, staff, and committee members. Maintains training records and assists with program documentation, process improvements, and continuous enhancement of compliance workflows.
5% - Performs other duties as assigned by the USF COI Manger(s), Assistant Director and/or Director of CARE.
Minimum Qualifications
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree and four years of experience in research or research administration; or a Master’s degree and two years of experience in research or research administration. Four years of progressively responsible work experience in research or research administration may substitute for the 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 years 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.
Additional Information for Applicants
This position requires a Level 1 background check.
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.
