Get Education and Training
Study Startup and Operations
Learn About Team Science
Use Informatics-Based Research Tools and Services
Conduct Community-Engaged Research
Access Outpatient Clinical Trials Unit
Learn About Healthcare Delivery Science
Hire a Clinical Research Coordinator
Receive Guidance on Regulatory Processes
Get Help with Biostatistics and Research Design
Data Cleaning and Management
Assisting investigators with preparing data for statistical analyses
Data Collection and Management Plans
Providing assistance to investigators with developing a data collection strategy
Data Sharing Plans
Providing guidance to investigators with specification and implementation of plans for sharing data
Quality by Design Toolkit
This toolkit offers an overview of Quality by Design’s objectives, workflow, advisory board, and consultation services, supporting SC CTSI researchers in enhancing the quality and efficiency of their studies and ultimately increasing study success rates.
Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap)
REDCap is a free, secure, web-based application designed for rapidly developing databases and surveys for research studies.
Scientific Writing Support
Providing assistance to investigators with writing grant sections and publications
Statistical Analysis
Assistance for investigators with the conduct, interpretation and summary of statistical analyses
Statistical Reports
Providing assistance to investigators with developing interim and final reports
Study Design
Professional assistance for investigators with a range of study design issues
USC Clinical Studies Directory
Helping USC researchers to connect with prospective clinical study participants
Academic or Community Partnership Assistance
Helping researchers identify partners and foster relationships across academic and community settings
Access Los Angeles Countywide Patient Data
LADR is an integration of medical records and clinical research data across all participating networks. Investigators are able to find sets of aggregated patient information through a web-based application all while preserving patient privacy.
Budget Development Support
Provides consultations and guidance on preparation of study budgets for investigator-initiated studies
Building A Multidisciplinary Research Team
Helping investigators develop multi-disciplinary research teams to tackle complex scientific questions and clinical challenges.