Clinical Research Coordinator

Prerna Sharma

************@*****.*** 630-***-**** Chicago, Illinois

High performing Clinical Coordinator with a passion for Research. 5 years of experience in the field and a medical background. Enthusiastic about contributing expertise to advance clinical research and improve patient outcomes.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Northwestern Memorial Hospital — Chicago, Illinois July 2023 – Current Clinical Research Coordinator – Oncology department

Expertly manage clinical studies with precision: oversee results, diligently document pharmacovigilance-related AEs, and adhere to industry best practices.

Contact clinical sites for specific requests related to study to ensure proper functioning and data collection.

Collaborate with nursing staff and PIs on patient eligibility, interviews, registration, adjusting treatments, tests, and schedules, confirming compliance with study protocols and timelines which support drug development and regulatory submissions.

Manage and track study specific payments, collection and review of regulatory documents.

University of Chicago (U of C) — Chicago, Illinois Jan 2023 – July 2023 Clinical Research Coordinator - Oncology department

Prepare, ship and and manage inventory of study related materials and supplies and coordinate with vendors as needed.

Navigated reimbursement policies and guidelines, effectively coordinating with insurance providers to ensure smooth financial operations which helped recollect over $177k in lost revenue.

Provided comprehensive patient education to over 20 assistants on study protocols and procedures, ensuring informed consent and compliance.

Chicago Research Center — Chicago, Illinois June 2022 – Jan 2023 Clinical Research Coordinator – Sleep and Depression

Coordinated phase 2 and 3 clinical drug trials for the psychiatry department with staff and pharmaceutical companies, operating under strict adherence to GCP guidelines.

Maintained and organized over 9400 patient documents by tracking databases and monthly reports, which helped ensure clinical trial documentation integrity and regulatory compliance.

Research Update Organization — Harrison, New Jersey June 2021 – March 2022 Research Associate (remote) – Dr. Urvish Patel, Behavioral Neuroscience Lab

Enrolled in a Clinical Research Training Program, further enhancing my skills in clinical research methodologies and pharmaceutical development processes.

Performed literature reviews and analyzed data using SPSS on the effects of sleep for the geriatric population during the COVID-19 pandemic; results were published.

Coordinated with a team of 14 physicians to collect and interpret data regarding therapeutics, analyzing data via MATLAB to determine if there is a correlation between the Septohippocampal system and effects of sleep.

Ocean Organics Pvt Pharmaceuticals — Punjab, India June 2019 – November 2021 Clinical Project Manager – Research & Development

Established a quality control system through Excel, reducing product defects by 12% and improving overall product quality, customer satisfaction, and sales.

Supervised a staff of 18 to help ensure timely and successful project completion.

Developed and implemented training programs for the clinical study team, enhancing productivity and reducing onboarding time.

Government Medical Hospital — Punjab, India May 2017 – May 2019 Resident Physician – Internal Medicine

Served as a Medical Doctor, providing comprehensive medical care at a local government hospital, examining low-income households for general care across all age groups and developing treatment plans.

Organized bi-monthly hygiene and personal well-being seminars through the community, helping increase individual and public health.

EDUCATION

Government Medical College – Punjab, India Graduation: May 2019

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)

Relevant Coursework: Patient Care, Healthcare Management, Biostatistics, Pharmacology, Epidemiology, Nutrition

SKILLS

Clinical & Pharmaceutical Research

Adept in Protocol Development & Implementation, Clinical Trial Management, Regulatory Compliance (FDA, IRB), Clinical Practice (GCP) Guidelines, and Pharmacovigilance

Medical Software

Proficient in EPIC, Cerner, NextGen, Practice Fusion, SPSS, Mendeley, Meditech, RedCap, and Medidata Rave (EDC)

VOLUNTEER & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Humanity Relief – Chicago, Illinois September 2021 – Current

Healthcare Advisor/Volunteer

Assist with planning educational events throughout Chicagoland area which focus on personal health, nutrition, and hygiene.

Work directly with domestic violence/trafficking survivors to develop both reading and writing skills.

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