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Clinical Research Coordinator I – Community-Based Research (Korean Community)

Cedars-Sinai, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Overview

Clinical Research Coordinator I – Community-Based Research (Korean Community) at Cedars-Sinai. The role supports the ASPIRE (Asian American Prospective Research) study at the Cancer Research Center for Health Equity (CRCHE) and Cedars-Sinai Community Outreach & Engagement. The position focuses on developing community partnerships, coordinating the ASPIRE study and related community-based pilot studies, and working with Korean communities within Cedars-Sinai’s catchment area to foster trust, promote participation, and ensure culturally responsive engagement in cancer research and prevention initiatives. The Clinical Research Coordinator I works independently to provide study coordination, screen potential patients for protocol eligibility, present non-medical trial concepts and details, and participate in the informed consent process. He/she is responsible for accurate and timely source documents, data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting, including timely responses to sponsor queries. The role involves compiling and reporting on each study (including protocol activity, accrual data, workload, and other research information), and presenting this information at regular research staff meetings. It ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the FDA and local IRB. Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Independent study coordination including screening of potential patients for protocol eligibility, presenting non-medical trial concepts and details to patients, and participating in the informed consent process. Schedule patients for research visits and procedures. Document thoroughly on Case Report Forms (CRFs) changes in patient condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, and response to study drug in collaboration with the physician and other medical personnel. Maintain 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. Schedule and participate in monitoring and auditing activities. Compile and report on each study including information related to protocol activity, accrual data, workload, and other research information; present this information at regular research staff meetings. Notify direct supervisor about concerns regarding data quality and study conduct. Work with regulatory staff 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 assist with patient research billing and reconciliation. Ensure compliance with all federal and local agencies including the FDA and local IRB. 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. Qualifications

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.

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