Public Health Project Manager

ANTHONY MORGAN

Seattle, WA ***** 425-***-**** ********.******@*****.*** Linkedin Researchgate

Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in leading highly complex IRB approved multi-site human subjects research projects to improve public health outcomes, publish findings and advance public health practices.

Known for mentoring research teams and managing workflow to navigate complex research environments, deliver projects on time/within budget, and meet IRB human subjects protection standards. Expert in leveraging robust research methodologies and analysis to extract valuable insights and drive informed decision-making while quantifying magnitude of health loss due to diseases, injuries, and risk factors by age, sex, and geography over time. Elite oral and written communicator with experience cultivating key relationships with institutional leaders and research organizations to attain project goals and secure potential funding.

CORE PROFICIENCIES

Project & Program Oversight Administrative & Operational Support Clinical Trails Management Resource Allocation

Budget Management Project Presentations Training Material Creation Team Leadership & Guidance Cross-Functional Collaboration IRB Regulatory Compliance Problem Resolution Risk Mitigation Regulatory Compliance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

University of Washington, Division of Allergy and Infectious Disease, Seattle, WA 2020 to 2024

Research Project Manager

Lead strategic planning and execution of multi-site research and surveillance projects to improve health outcomes for people who use drugs. Navigate complex research landscapes and ensure alignment of projects with community needs and scientific integrity.

Worked closely with principal investigators on completion and submission of institutional review board applications.

Empowered principal investigators to complete groundbreaking research by offering administrative and operational support.

Directed highly skilled team of up to 18 professionals to foster culture of excellence, innovation, and collaborative success.

Spearheaded vital collaboration initiatives and built partnerships with esteemed entities, such as the CDC and NACCHO to advance division's mission to innovate effective solutions and address public health challenges.

University of Washington, School of Pharmacy, Seattle, WA 2019 to 2020

Research Project Manager

Led and forwarded diverse research studies on critical areas, such as population health sciences, health technology evaluation, and health economics by assuring compliance with highest scientific standards to mitigate health policy and economic issues.

Boosted institute’s capacity to effectively implement research agenda by streamlining operations and facilitating efficient decision-making through provision of high-level administrative assistance to CHOICE Director and co-investigators.

Demonstrated exceptional project management in orchestrating complex research project timelines and budgets, ensuring completion of projects with set time, scope, and budget.

Completed and submitted initial and continual research IRB applications.

Authored quarterly and annual IRB reports outlining progress of human subjects research efforts.

Seattle Children’s, Seattle, WA 2018 to 2018

Clinical Research Associate III - Gender Clinic

Drove advancement of gender-affirming healthcare practices, promoted inclusivity, and assured delivery of high-quality patient care by augmenting collaborations with members of Adolescent Medicine and Gender Clinic's multidisciplinary research and clinical teams.

Mentored and guided multiple principal investigators in preparing effective grant applications and manuscripts, resulting in achieving significant funding for critical research projects.

Raised awareness, understanding, and competency in gender-affirming care among healthcare professionals and wider community by overseeing outreach, education, and training activities for Gender Clinic.

Seattle Children’s, Seattle, WA 2018 to 2018

Clinical Research Associate III - Division of Critical Care Medicine

Deployed clinical research trial protocols and drafted detailed research regulatory documents aimed at elevating reliability/validity of trial outcomes and maintaining highest standards of compliance.

Led research projects by certifying compliance with federal regulations, institutional review board policies, and good clinical practice standards.

Conducted routine and thorough monitoring of clinical studies, including regular assessment of study progress, data accuracy, and participant safety to obtain quality outcomes.

Authored monthly and annual reports to IRB on progress of research, including immediate reports of any serious adverse events.

Johns Hopkins, Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD 2012 to 2017

Senior Research Program Coordinator II

Upheld compliance with regulatory standards by drafting and applying critical research protocols for multiple multisite randomized controlled trials, including site-specific procedures while facilitating human subject research.

Developed and submitted initial IRB applications, monitoring reports on a regular basis and as requested by IRB during enrollment.

Maximized research effectiveness through expert management of ~$400k program budget and strategic allocation of resources.

Supervised dedicated team of five program staff to foster productive work environment and align team with project goals.

Managed Institutional Review Board (IRB) compliance and regulatory documentation for up to 12 research protocols, guaranteeing that all research activities adhered to the highest ethical standards and federal guidelines.

Equipped research staff and site investigators with the knowledge and tools necessary for adherence to study protocols and regulatory requirements by leading in-person training sessions and creating detailed protocol training materials.

Research Program Coordinator 2012 to 2016

Played a pivotal role in advancing human subjects research through exemplary leadership in protocol management, participant recruitment, and data analysis. Participated in the drafting of federal grant applications to obtain necessary funding for ongoing and future research endeavors.

Spearheaded successful completion of a 4-year human subjects research protocol, resulting in exceeding recruitment/retention objectives by over 150% and achieving multiple scholarly publications.

Oversaw operational aspects of up to six concurrent behavioral and biomedical research protocols involving preparation for regulatory monitoring visits to retain highest levels of research integrity and quality.

Employed advanced software tools and manual techniques for qualitative data analysis, facilitating the extraction of meaningful insights from complex datasets and driving development of effective interventions.

Columbia University, Mailman School of Public Health, New York, NY 2011 to 2011

Research Associate

Steered all activities related to the recruitment of participants for human subjects research protocols, leading to consistently achieving and often surpassing required project milestones. Orchestrated informed consent process to advise all participants about nature of the research and any potential risks or benefits associated with involvement.

Headed research study enrollment process and tracked ongoing progress toward key milestones to identify potential bottlenecks and guarantee seamless completion of research activities.

Conducted in-depth qualitative research interviews with participants by employing empathetic communication and rigorous data collection techniques to gather valuable insights aimed at enriching the overall findings of the research studies.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Resident Trainer New York City Harm Reduction Coalition

Protocol Training and Implementation Coordinator University of Washington Medical Center

Store Manager Starbucks Corp. NYC

EDUCATION

Associates of Liberal Arts Degree (2018) Seattle Central College

Bachelor of Liberal Arts (In Progress) Harvard Extension School

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