Clinical Research Associate I - Surgery Chair

National Medical Association; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a motivated Clinical Research Associate I to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with clinical research professionals to coordinate and implement studies, ensuring compliance with protocols and objectives. Your responsibilities will include evaluating research data, entering information into electronic systems, and maintaining patient confidentiality. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful medical research while developing your skills in a supportive environment focused on advancing healthcare solutions. If you are passionate about clinical research and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-year clinical research experience preferred.
• Understanding of general clinical research objectives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement studies with research teams.
• Evaluate and abstract clinical research data from source documents.
• Ensure compliance with research protocols and objectives.

Skills

Clinical Research

Data Entry

Patient Interaction

Regulatory Compliance

Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in science or related degree

Tools

Electronic Data Systems (EDCs)

Job description

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of happiness, passion, and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai. With a team focused on effective pain management and quick recovery, Cedars-Sinai has been ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Southern California for Orthopaedics by U.S. News & World Report. Join Cedars-Sinai and become part of a team that is at the forefront of medical advancements!

Dr. Mia Miller is looking for a motivated Clinical Research Associate I to join her team!

The Clinical Research Associate I (CRAI) will work directly with a Clinical Research Coordinator, Research Program Administrator, Research Nurse, or Principal Investigator to coordinate and/or implement the study. The CRAI evaluates and abstracts research data and ensures compliance with protocol and research objectives. This role is responsible for completing case report forms (CRFs) and entering clinical research data, as well as providing limited contact with research participants as needed for study and assists with study/long term follow-up research participants only.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Works with a Clinical Research Coordinator, Research Program Administrator or Research Nurse to coordinate/implement study.
2. Evaluates and abstracts clinical research data from source documents.
3. Ensures compliance with protocol and overall clinical research objectives.
4. Completes Case Report Forms (CRFs).
5. Enters clinical research data into Electronic Data Systems (EDCs) that are provided by the sponsors.
6. Provides supervised patient contact or patient contact for long term follow-up patients only.
7. Assists with regulatory submissions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) including submission of Adverse Events, Serious Adverse Events, and Safety Letters in accordance with local and federal guidelines.
8. Assists with clinical trial budgets.
9. Assists with patient research billing.
10. Schedules patients for research visits and research procedures.
11. Responsible for sample preparation and shipping and maintenance of study supplies and kits.
12. Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local Institutional Review Board.
13. Maintains research practices using Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
14. Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
15. Participates in required training and education programs.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED
Bachelors degree in science or related degree preferred

Experience:

1-year clinical research related experience preferred

Physical Demands:

Able to perform moderate lifting. Able to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. Able to read papers and online documents. Able to exercise physical ability and perspective acuity to satisfactorily perform essential job functions.

Understanding of general clinical research objectives. Clinical research experience, preferred.

Req ID: 8615
Working Title: Clinical Research Associate I - Surgery Chair
Department: Research - Surgery Chair
Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category: Academic / Research
Job Specialty: Research Studies/ Clin Trial
Overtime Status: NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift: Day
Shift Duration: 8 hour
Base Pay: $19.50 - $32.86