Clinical Research Specialist I - Cheng Lab, Heart Institute

Company: CEDARS-SINAI
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: October 26, 2024

Job Description:

Job DescriptionThe Smidt Heart Institute reflects Cedars-Sinai's steadfast dedication to heart disease and research innovation giving patients access to the highest level of care. Year after year, thousands of people trust their hearts to Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai. Our cardiologists, cardiac surgeons and specialized care teams treat the full spectrum of heart disease and disorders, while our investigators continue to advance the field with groundbreaking, life-saving research. From genetic counseling and targeted drug therapies to a growing array of minimally invasive procedures, Cedars-Sinai continues to stand at the forefront of technology, innovation and discovery improving patient outcomes.Join our team and use your skill with an organization known nationally for excellence in research!The Clinical Research Specialist I provides clinical research expertise by participating in the design and implementation of research projects as needed. Responsible for specific and assigned aspects of research infrastructure development, coordinates projects, and communicates status and improvement areas to leadership. May implement and coordinate department-wide initiatives such as research quality management or clinical trial recruitment efforts. Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local Institutional Review Board (IRB).Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides clinical research expertise by participating in the design and implementation of research projects as needed by the department or institution.
• Responsible for specific and assigned aspects of research infrastructure development and/or maintenance.
• Coordinates research projects at an institutional or departmental level.
• Communicates project status and improvement areas with leadership in a timely manner.
• Projects may include, but are not limited to investigator-initiated protocol development including protocol writing, case report form development, budget development, and coordination of departmental research committees.
• May implement and coordinate department-wide initiatives such as research quality management or clinical trial recruitment efforts.
• Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local Institutional Review Board.
• Maintains research practices using Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
• Participates in required training and education programs.
  QualificationsEducational Requirements:
  • Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in biological sciences.Experience:3 years of experience in area of research specialty required
    Req ID : 1983
    Working Title : Clinical Research Specialist I - Cheng Lab, Heart Institute
    Department : Heart Institute
    Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
    Job Category : Academic / Research
    Job Specialty : Research Studies/ Clin Trial
    Overtime Status : EXEMPT
    Primary Shift : Day
    Shift Duration : 8 hour
    Base Pay : $31.13 - $52.92

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