Research Program Administrator - Heart Institute - Cheng Lab

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Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been named to the Honor Roll in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals 2025-2026” rankings . When you join our team, you’ll have access to groundbreaking biomedical research facilities and world-class medical education programs. We take pride in hiring exceptional, dedicated professionals who are passionate about advancing healthcare. Our physicians, nurses, and staff reflect the culturally and ethnically diverse communities we serve and are united by a shared commitment to excellence. Together, we foster a dynamic, inclusive environment that drives innovation and supports the gold standard of patient care.

Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research?

The Smidt Heart Institute reflects Cedars-Sinai's steadfast dedication to heart disease and research innovation giving patients access to the highest level of care. Year after year, thousands of people trust their hearts to Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai. Our cardiologists, cardiac surgeons and niche care teams treat the full spectrum of heart disease and disorders, while our investigators continue to advance the field with groundbreaking, life-saving research. From genetic counseling and targeted drug therapies to an increasing array of minimally invasive procedures, Cedars-Sinai continues to stand at the forefront of technology, innovation and discovery improving patient outcomes.

What will you be doing in this role?

The Research Program Administrator works with the Principal Investigator or Department Head to coordinate all aspects of building a research program. This will included, development of infrastructure, overseeing clinical research staff, quality assurance, and coordination of grant activities and grant proposals. Administrator will identify improvement areas, prepare policies, train staff, and audit procedures to create an efficient clinical research program. Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local Institutional Review Board.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

With the Principal Investigator or Department Head, coordinates all aspects of building a research program including the development of infrastructure and new research programs.

Oversees an entire research program or group of Clinical Research Coordinators, Clinical Research Assistants, Clinical Research Associates, and/or Research Nurses.

Oversees research Quality Assurance and Quality Control within their department or division.

Coordinates grant activities pre award through closure (monitoring budgets, compliance, progress reports).

Identifies process improvement areas to assure an efficient and robust clinical research program.

Data compilation, assists with grant proposals, protocol development, scientific publication preparation, and presentations.

May train junior research staff members.

Involved in centralized activities such as auditing and preparation of clinical research policies and standard operating procedures.

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.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree is required.

Experience and Skills:

Five (5) years of directly related experience is required.

Licenses and Certifications:

Certification In Clinical Research (ACRP/SoCRA) is preferred