Clinical Research Coordinator I, Per Diem - Community Engagement & Health Equity (Thai and Asian Initiatives)

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. At this time we can only consider applicants who will be able to commute to our Los Angeles work location a few times per week. If hired you must reside in the commutable area.

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.

Cedars-Sinai's Cancer Research Center for Health Equity (CRCHE) and Community Outreach & Engagement team are seeking a passionate and community-oriented Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC I) - Per Diem to support the implementation of the ASPIRE (Asian American Prospective Research) study . This important initiative focuses on advancing community-based research within the Thai community , helping to improve cancer prevention, screening, and health outcomes.

In this role, you will play a key part in developing community partnerships, engaging participants, and ensuring the successful implementation of ASPIRE's goals through culturally responsive outreach and collaboration.

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

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. At this time we can only consider applicants who will be able to commute to our Los Angeles work location a few times per week. If hired you must reside in the commutable area.

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Preferred Skills :

Req ID : 13097

Working Title : Clinical Research Coordinator I, Per Diem - Community Engagement & Health Equity (Thai and Asian 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