Part-Time Research Associate

Research Associate

UNF MedNexus seeks a part-time Research Associate to support research, program evaluation, and innovation-focused activities across the MedNexus ecosystem. Working under the supervision of the MedNexus Research Fellow and Associate Dean, the Research Associate will contribute to data collection, analysis, manuscript preparation, and dissemination of findings. This role also supports interdisciplinary collaborations with faculty and industry partners, including activities related to commercialization and applied research initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Evaluation & Research Support
• Assist with program evaluation for MedNexus initiatives, including designing data collection tools, gathering data, managing datasets, and performing basic analysis.
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations, and scholarly manuscripts.
• Support dissemination efforts such as conference submissions, poster development, and research briefs.
• Maintain organized and compliant research documentation.

• Innovation, Tech Transfer & Commercialization
• Help facilitate tech transfer and commercialization sessions with faculty across disciplines.
• Assist in coordinating meetings or workshops that connect faculty innovators with industry partners.
• Support the documentation and follow-up actions for innovation pathway projects.

• Industry Partnership Support
• Assist with research projects sponsored by or conducted in collaboration with industry partners.
• Help collect, organize, and prepare data or materials required for externally driven research efforts.
• Participate in cross-functional communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• General Support
• Attend meetings with MedNexus leadership, staff, and partner organizations as needed.
• Provide administrative and logistical assistance on research-related tasks.
• Perform other duties related to research and evaluation as assigned.

• MedNexus Research Innovation Fund Support
• Assist with the management, growth, and tracking of the MedNexus Research Innovation Fund.
• Help monitor proposal submissions, review cycles, award decisions, and project milestones.
• Maintain accurate records of funded projects, budget allocations, timelines, and reporting requirements.
• Support communications with faculty applicants and awardees, including reminders, updates, and documentation needs.
• Assist with preparing summaries, dashboards, and reports to inform MedNexus leadership on fund progress and impact.

Qualifications:

• Required
• Masters or above degree in Health Sciences, Psychology, Biology, Education, Data Science, or a related field.
• Experience with academic research, program evaluation, or data collection.
• Strong writing skills, including the ability to contribute to manuscripts and reports.
• Professional communication skills and comfort working with faculty and external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain organization, and meet deadlines.

• Preferred
• Experience with statistical software or qualitative analysis tools.
• Familiarity with program evaluation methods and IRB processes.
• Previous involvement in innovation, tech transfer, or commercialization initiatives.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary or applied research environments.

Work Schedule & Compensation

• Part-time position (10 to 20 hours per week; flexible scheduling).
• Hybrid and remote work options may be available depending on project needs.
• Compensation commensurate with experience

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a "Responsible Employee" pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University's Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.

Equal Opportunity

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Carnegie

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