Clinical Research Operations Specialist -Temporary jobs in United States
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Loma Linda University Health · 12 hours ago

Clinical Research Operations Specialist -Temporary

Loma Linda University Health is a faith-based institution focused on teaching and healing. The Clinical Research Operations Specialist plays a critical role in managing the financial aspects of clinical trials, including budget development and compliance, while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful trial operations.

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Responsibilities

Participates in the start-up activities related to opening new trials, including performing financial feasibility assessments
Works closely with the Principal Investigator, study start-up team and Research Affairs Financial Management to ensure accurate and compliant budget development and negotiation
Develops the Medicare Coverage Analysis to begin budget development
Creates new studies in the OnCore Clinical Trial Management System and tracks contract milestones and EPIC to support charge review and research billing compliance
Develops and negotiates budgets for clinical trials working with sponsors, ancillary departments, and billing offices
Interprets study protocols, identifies billable vs research-only procedures and ensures alignment between clinical activities and financial workflows
Facilitates and processes financial transactions for clinical trial accounts
Performs other duties as needed

Qualification

Clinical research financeBudget developmentContract negotiationOncology clinical trialsMedicare billing practicesCPT codesMedical terminologyFinancial transactionsCommunication skillsCritical thinking

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Finance, or account required
Minimum two years experience in clinical research finance, budget development or contract negotiation required
Knowledge of clinical trial practices, billing compliance regulation, Medical coverage analysis, and medical terminology
Familiarity with budgeting for cell therapy studies
Experience with early phase or complex trial designs
Knowledge of fair market value standards and budgeting practices for high-cost research procedures
Working knowledge of CPT codes, RVUs, and Medicare billing practices in clinical research
Read, write legibly, and speak in English with professional quality
Use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position
Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others
Work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
Collaborate and accept direction
Think critically
Manage multiple assignments effectively
Organize and prioritize workload
Work well under pressure
Problem solve
Recall information with accuracy
Pay close attention to detail
Work independently with minimal supervision
Distinguish colors as necessary
Hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone
Identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace
See adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position

Preferred

Experience with oncology clinical trials at an academic medical center or cancer research institution

Company

Loma Linda University Health

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Loma Linda University Health’s story is one of hope. Our people strongly believe in the work of physical, mental, and spiritual healing.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$9M
Key Investors
California Institute for Regenerative Medicine
2025-11-04Grant· $9M
2021-04-05Acquired

Leadership Team

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Angela Lalas, MBA, CPA,CGMA,FHFMA
Executive Vice President for Finance/CFO
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Lyndon Edwards
Chief Operating Officer
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