Heart Institute - Clinical Research Data Specialist I, Susan Cheng Team
Cedars-Sinai · Los Angeles, California
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- 0-2 years
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- ['high school', 'bachelor degree']
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- High School Diploma or GEDrequired
High School Diploma/GED is required
from the posting - Research experiencerequired
1 year of proven experience in a similar position or related research field is required
from the posting - Bachelor's degree in related fieldpreferred
Bachelor's degree in related field of research is preferred
from the posting - MPHpreferred
MPH and Data Analyst experience highly preferred
from the posting - Data analysispreferred
MPH and Data Analyst experience highly preferred
from the posting - Clinical data abstractionimplied
clinical data abstraction, processing data, maintaining record systems
from the posting - HIPAA complianceimplied
Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations
from the posting - Good Clinical Practiceimplied
Maintains research practices using Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
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About Cedars-Sinai and Smidt Heart Institute
Cedars-Sinai is a world-class academic medical center known for innovation, excellence in patient care, and groundbreaking research. The Smidt Heart Institute is internationally recognized for its comprehensive cardiovascular programs and commitment to translational science.
Dr. Susan Cheng is an internationally acclaimed clinician-scientist and academic leader specializing in cardiovascular aging. She has secured continuous NIH funding for her innovative research focused on identifying the biological drivers of cardiovascular health and disease. With over 450 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious journals such as JAMA, Circulation, and The New England Journal of Medicine, Dr. Cheng’s work has significantly advanced understanding in her field.
Her leadership in clinical research is exemplified by founding the largest COVID-19 clinical research program on the West Coast during the early stages of the pandemic. More recently, she has spearheaded critical studies examining the public health impacts of the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. Dr. Cheng’s research excellence has been recognized with multiple awards and has contributed to establishing Cedars-Sinai as a global leader in biomedical sciences.
Come join Dr. Cheng’s Team!
About the Role
The Clinical Research Data Specialist I handles the data for assigned research studies. This will include, clinical data abstraction, processing data, maintaining record systems, and producing project reports for studies. Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local Institutional Review Board.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manages and maintains research data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and security of complex, large computerized records systems. This includes performing data searches and other related administrative tasks.
- Processes clinical data using a range of computer applications and database systems to support cleaning and management of subject or patient data.
- Designs forms for data collection and performs clinical data collection/abstraction.
- Produces project reports for research studies.
- Understands regulations, policies, protocols and procedures to control and maintain accurate records.
- 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
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED is required.
- Bachelor's degree in related field of research is preferred
- 1 year of proven experience in a similar position or related research field is required.
- MPH and Data Analyst experience highly preferred
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