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INTRODUCTION:

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Overview:

Schedule: Monday-Friday; Hybrid role. Upon successful completion of the initial 90-day training period, employees will transition to a hybrid work schedule, with the opportunity to work remotely up to two days per week.

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Clinical Research Coordinator III, as a certified research professional, manages and coordinates clinical trials across all phases of study execution for the Transplant and Cellular Therapy Section. Serving as a key resource for Principal Investigators, faculty, and study team members, this role oversees a diverse portfolio of research studies, including CAR T-cell therapy, gene therapy, other therapeutic treatment trials, observational studies, and registry-based research. Responsibilities include clinical trial administration, subject recruitment, data collection, scheduling study-related activities, and participant follow-up to ensure successful study conduct and participant engagement.

The Clinical Research Coordinator III assists faculty with the development and implementation of investigator-initiated studies, manages the submission and maintenance of regulatory documentation in compliance with IRB, federal, industry, and institutional requirements, and supports data quality assurance and quality control activities. The role also provides cross-coverage for other Clinical Research Coordinators, trains and mentors new staff, develops and improves clinical trial coordination procedures, and ensures the effective management, compliance, and execution of complex research protocols across the Transplant and Cellular Therapy research portfolio.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• 5+ year experience in clinical trial coordination with 2+ years pediatric clinical trials experience.

Preferred:

• Pediatric clinical research
• Clinical trial start-up experience
• Regulatory compliance experience
• Research budget, contract, and invoicing experience

Education/Licensure/Certification:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or associates degree in related scientific field.
• ACRP Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or SOCRA Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP). Candidates with a medical degree are exempt from certification requirement.

COMPENSATION:

• Pay Scale Information: CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

• Posting Range: $81,120.00-$108,160.00

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world. As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth. Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.