Clinical Research Coordinator - Department of Neurology; Hybrid

Overview

Join Cedars-Sinai and become part of a team that is at the forefront of medical advancements!

Work alongside physician-scientists and researchers who are making life-saving medical and scientific breakthroughs. Our team develops some of the most advanced clinical trials in the world. Ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, our neurosurgeons and neurologists work together with experienced care teams to give patients the most effective treatment possible.

About the Role

This position will support the research programs in the Department of Anesthesia and Neurology. The Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) will work independently providing study coordination including screening of research participants for protocol eligibility, presenting non-medical trial concepts and details, and participating in the informed consent process. The CRC I is responsible for accurate and timely source documents, data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting including timely response to sponsor queries.

This role is responsible for compiling and reporting on each study including information related to protocol activity, accrual data, workload, and other research information. The incumbent presents study information at research staff meetings and ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the FDA and the local Institutional Review Board (IRB).

• Scheduling of research participants for research visits and procedures.
• Document thoroughly on Case Report Forms (CRFs) information about changes in participant condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, and response to study drug in collaboration with the physician and other medical personnel.
• Schedule and participate in monitoring and auditing activities.
• Notify direct supervisor about concerns regarding data quality and study conduct.
• Work with a regulatory coordinator or directly with the IRB to submit Adverse Events, Serious Adverse Events, protocol deviations, and Safety Letters per local and federal guidelines.
• May perform other regulatory/IRB duties, budgeting duties, and assisting with patient research billing and reconciliation.
• Maintain research practices using Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
• Participate in required training and education programs.
• Coordinate training and education of other personnel.

• Transportation of research medications.
• Perform research study related assessments and questionnaires.
• Assist with prescreening of research participants for various clinical trials.
• Attend research meetings and monthly conference calls with sponsors for study updates.
• Maintain organized paper and electronic research files.
• Perform all data collection and data entry tasks for department clinical trials.
• Assist with preparing manuscripts, letters, and other research documents as needed.
• Respond to sponsor inquiries regarding protocol start-up activities and recruitment.
• Perform literature reviews.

• High School Diploma/GED, required.
• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Sociology, or related field is preferred.

• ACRP/SOCRA certification is preferred.

• 1 year of clinical research experience, required.

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients.

Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. This environment offers a fast-paced setting with a focus on delivering high-level care to those in need in Los Angeles.

Compensation:
Base pay is listed as $23.39 - $39.76 per hour.