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. 3 hospital in the nation 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!

Working under direct supervision, as a Research Associate I, you will perform a variety of routine experimental protocols and procedures to support the objectives of one or more laboratory research projects in a specific area of research. Assists in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies. Files and monitors documents. Keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results. Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery. Observes safety standards and procedures. You will be able to perform routine cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to Western, Northern blot, DNA/RNA, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, Immunohistochemistry, and staining. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Job duties and responsibilities:

• Independent study coordination including screening of potential research participants for protocol eligibility, presenting non-medical trial concepts and details to the research participants, and participating in the informed consent process.


• Scheduling of research participants 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 research participant 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; presents this information at regular research staff meetings.


• Notifies direct supervisor about concerns regarding data quality and study conduct. Independently works with external study monitors and/or auditors.


• Works closely with a regulatory coordinator or directly with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) to submit initial applications, amendments, continuing reviews, Adverse Events, Serious Adverse Events, protocol deviations, and Safety Letters in accordance with local and federal guidelines.


• May involve other regulatory / Institutional Review Board duties, budgeting duties, and assisting with research participant billing and reconciliation.


• May supervise Clinical Research Associates on data entry, data query and resolution.


• 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 research participant confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law. Participates in required training and education programs.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree in biological sciences is required

• ACRP/SoCRA certification preferred.

Experience:

• Understanding of general research objectives.


• Working knowledge of database management, personal computers, and presentation and imaging software. Experience using Excel and Word.

Working Title: Research Associate I - Smidt Heart Institute - Cheng Lab
Department: Heart Institute Operations
Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category: Academic/Research
Job Specialty: Research Studies/Clinical Trials
Position Type: Full-time
Shift Length: 8 hour shift
Shift Type: Day
Base Pay:$18.00 - $29.87