Clinical Research Coordinator I, Per Diem – Thai and Asian Health Initiatives

Cedars Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The National Medical Association is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to coordinate clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with all federal regulations and participating in patient interactions. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, ideally with one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year of clinical research related experience required.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to draft professional correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate study visits and participant screening.
• Document patient conditions and adverse events.
• Ensure compliance with federal and local regulations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communications Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description

The Clinical Research Coordinator I works independently providing study coordination, screening of potential patients for protocol eligibility, presenting non-medical trial concepts and details, and participating in the informed consent process. Responsible for accurate and timely source documents, data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting including timely response to sponsor queries. Responsible for compiling and reporting on each study including information related to protocol activity, accrual data, workload, and other research information. Presents study information at regular research staff meetings. 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

• Independent study coordination including screening of potential patients for protocol eligibility, presenting non-medical trial concepts and details to the patients, and participating in the informed consent process.
• Schedules patients for research visits and procedures.
• In collaboration with the physician and other medical personnel, documents thoroughly on Case Report Forms (CRFs) the following; changes in patient condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug.
• Maintains accurate source documents related to all research procedures.
• Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting including timely response to sponsor queries.
• Schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing activities.
• Responsible for compiling and reporting on each study including information related to protocol activity, accrual data, workload, and other research information; present this information at regular research staff meetings.
• Notifies direct supervisor about concerns regarding data quality and study conduct.
• Works closely with a regulatory coordinator or directly with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) to submit Adverse Events, Serious Adverse Events, protocol deviations, and Safety Letters in accordance with local and federal guidelines.
• May perform other regulatory / Institutional Review Board duties, budgeting duties, and assisting with patient research billing and reconciliation.
• 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

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 1 year Clinical research related experience required.

Preferred Skills:

• Proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with key community organizations and stakeholders to support and promote community-based research initiatives.
• Experience representing programs at community events, conferences, health fairs, and other outreach activities to build partnerships, enhance visibility, and support participant recruitment efforts.
• Strong organizational skills to coordinate specific aspects of program planning and research implementation, ensuring adherence to timelines and achievement of defined outcomes.
• Ability to perform general office duties including photocopying, preparing informational packets, answering phones, and maintaining organized filing systems.
• Competence in assisting with data collection, conducting basic analysis, and contributing to the preparation of research reports and summaries.
• Strong written communication skills to draft professional emails, documents, and correspondence as needed.
• Physical ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends based on program or research needs.

Req ID : 8213
Working Title : Clinical Research Coordinator I, Per Diem - Thai and Asian Health Initiatives
Department : Cancer - Research Center Health Equity
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 : $23.39 - $39.76