Bilingual Clinical Research Associate I – Ramin Lab (Spanish) Per Diem

Job Description This is a per diem position, offering flexibility to work anywhere from 0 to 40 hours per week, depending on the needs of the department. Scheduling will be determined by the hiring manager based on operational priorities. Please note that per diem team members are not eligible for health benefits, but this role provides an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience, contribute to meaningful work, and enjoy a flexible schedule. Spanish fluency required : This role requires expert-level fluency in Spanish, including the ability to read, write, and speak, as you will be working closely with a Spanish-speaking population. Outreach travel : The position includes occasional day trips to Bakersfield for outreach activities with the team. Transportation : While having your own vehicle is a plus, it is not required—transportation will be provided for outreach travel. The Clinical Research Associate I works directly with a Clinical Research Coordinator, Research Program Administrator, or Research Nurse to coordinate and / or implement the study. Evaluates and abstracts research data and ensures compliance with protocol and research objectives. Responsible for completing case report forms, entering clinical research data, and assist with regulatory submissions to the IRB. Provides limited patient contact as needed for study and assist with study budget and patient research billing. Ensures compliance with all federal, local, FDA, IRB, and HIPAA guidelines and regulations pertaining to the study and patient care. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Works with a Clinical Research Coordinator, Research Program Administrator or Research Nurse to coordinate / implement study. Evaluates and abstracts clinical research data from source documents. Ensures compliance with protocol and overall clinical research objectives. Completes Case Report Forms (CRFs). Enters clinical research data into Electronic Data Systems (EDCs) that are provided by the sponsors. Provides supervised patient contact or patient contact for long term follow-up patients only. 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. Assists with clinical trial budgets. Assists with patient research billing. Schedules patients for research visits and research procedures. Responsible for sample preparation and shipping and maintenance of study supplies and kits. 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. Preferred : Bachelor's Degree preferred. 1 year Clinical research related experience preferred. Req ID : 12854 Working Title : Bilingual Clinical Research Associate I – Ramin Lab (Spanish) Per Diem Department : Research - BMS 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