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Research Intern - Kerlan Jobe Institute

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Requisition # 1205

Job Description

The Kerlan Jobe Institute Research Intern provides entry-level support according to documented procedures and schedules.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
•    Receives instruction & training in the process of designing and implementing research projects 
•    Gains exposure to a variety of processes, policies and procedures related to research design, implementation and manuscript preparation
•    Assists physicians and research staff with a variety of clinical and non-clinical duties related to the research and education goals of the department

Department-Specific Responsibilities

Receives orientation to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and other Human Subjects Courses.

  • Receives instruction & training in the areas of basic, translational, and/or clinical research.
  • Provides support with research data collection and data entry, literature searches, basic patient screening tasks, and may assist with basic scholarly writing.
  • Assist as needed with community outreach programs of the department

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED, (Required)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Life/Physical Sciences or related field.  Interest in pursuing advanced education in the medical sciences. (Preferred)
  • Communication - Ability to convey and/or receive written/verbal information to/from various audiences in different formats; strong communication skills.
  • Technical - Ability to use software applications and operate technological devices (e.g., computer, laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc.); Knowledge of PC based software applications (e.g. Microsoft Office) preferred. Basic keyboard and data entry skills.
  • Time Management - Ability to handle multiple demands and/or manage complex and competing priorities; Ability to work in a changing environment and handle multiple conflicting priorities.
  • Regulatory - Ability to use discretion and maintain privacy, confidentiality or anonymity; Maintains confidentiality of patient care and business matters.
  • Regulatory - Ability to interpret and apply knowledge of State, Federal and Agency standards to comply with regulations; Protects the safety of others and of the physical plant and equipment, following institutional policies, fire, safety, privacy, safety and infection control regulations.

About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

With a growing number of primary urgent and specialty care locations across Southern California, Cedars-Sinai’s medical network serves people near where they live. Delivering coordinated, compassionate healthcare you can join our network of clinicians and physicians to improve the healthcare people throughout Los Angeles and beyond.

Req ID : 1205
Working Title : Research Intern - Kerlan Jobe Institute
Department : Kerlan - Jobe Orthopaedic Found
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
Job Category : Student/Intern/Trainee
Job Specialty : Intern
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $16.78 - $23.15

Our compensation philosophy

We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Pay Transparency Non Discrimination Provision (PDF) (opens in new window)

Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai

We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve. Quality Care and Research—For All, By All (opens in new window).

Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu) and COVID-19. For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines such as COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy. Cedars-Sinai’s AA Policy Statement (PDF) (opens in new window)

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