Irina Cozianu

Irina Cozianu, MPP, CRA, CCRP, is a seasoned research professional currently serving as a Research Grant Specialist III at Cedars-Sinai's Smidt Heart Institute since July 2023, following a decade of progressive roles within Cedars-Sinai including Senior Research Project Advisor in Emergency Medicine and Senior Research Operations Manager at the California Heart Center. Cozianu has extensive experience in clinical research administration, actively fostering collaborations across various departments to enhance research initiatives, streamline study activations, and improve compliance. Prior roles include managing significant portfolios of grants and contracts at both Cedars-Sinai and Cal State LA, as well as significant consultancy positions in non-profit organizations focusing on accounting, audit, and grant management. Irina holds a Master of Public Policy from Pepperdine University and a Bachelor of Science from University Al I Cuza Iasi.