Research Intern (Academic Credit) - Department of Neurology - Per Diem (Onsite)

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Los Angeles, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This internship provides an introduction to clinical research within the Department of Neurology, focusing on the development of blood biomarkers, MRI, and clinical outcomes database for bioinformatics for stroke cerebrovascular disease research. Students will work on projects as part of the SkRIPT program, which incorporates team science and career development for trainees interested in stroke. The role involves learning about human subject protection, HIPAA, research compliance, IRB review, chart review, data entry, manuscript writing, data analysis, stroke pathophysiology, brain imaging, and neuroanatomy. The internship has a 1-year timeline: 1 month for literature review, 7 months for chart review and REDCap entry, the last 3 months for manuscript writing, and 1 month for presentation development. Career development mentorship, including CV building and pre-med/pre-residency neurology prep lectures, is provided throughout.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a HS Diploma or GED.
• Must reside in the greater Los Angeles area or surrounding cities.
• Must be participating for academic credit and receive academic credit for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of blood biomarkers, MRI, and clinical outcomes database for bioinformatics for stroke cerebrovascular disease research.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Perform chart reviews and data entry into REDCap.
• Learn and apply principles of human subject protection, HIPAA, research compliance, and IRB review.
• Assist in manuscript writing.
• Develop presentations.
• Participate in team science and career development activities.
• Build CV and prepare for pre-med & pre-residency neurology.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED