Clinical Research Specialist II – Department of Neurosurgery

Cedars-Sinai

. Coordinate research projects at an institutional or departmental level .

Posted 10/14/2026part-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $38 - $65 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating research projects, ensuring compliance with FDA and Institutional Review Board requirements, and maintaining adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. Proficient in developing scientific documents and providing guidance on project planning and implementation.

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Research Project CoordinationGood Clinical Practice (GCP)FDA ComplianceHIPAA RegulationsProtocol Development

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Hard Skills

Protocol WritingCase Report Form DevelopmentBudget DevelopmentResearch Quality ManagementClinical Trial Recruitment

Soft Skills

CommunicationGuidanceCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Institutional Review BoardFederal Agency RequirementsLocal Agency RequirementsPatient Confidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate research projects at an institutional or departmental level
Communicate project status and improvement areas to leadership
Support investigator-initiated protocol development, including protocol writing, case report form development, and budget development
Coordinate departmental research committees
Provide guidance on project planning, logistics, and implementation
Implement and coordinate department-wide research quality management or clinical trial recruitment initiatives
Ensure compliance with FDA, Institutional Review Board, and other federal and local agency requirements
Maintain research practices according to GCP guidelines
Maintain patient confidentiality according to HIPAA and applicable law
Develop scientific documents for abstracts, publications, presentations, funding applications, and study protocols
Serve as an internal advisor for specific departmental activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree is required
Five (5) years of proven experience in area of research specialty
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
Knowledge of federal and local agency requirements, including FDA and Institutional Review Board requirements
Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and applicable law
Participation in required training and education programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits eligibility for this fixed-term part-time position