Clinical Research Associate

Lawrence Patrick Paul

Calliaqua, Saint Vincent and Grenadines

+1-784-***-**** ********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Detail-oriented and ethically driven Clinical Research Associate with strong nursing and patient- care background, certified in Good Clinical Practice (ICH E6 R2). Skilled in participant recruitment, informed consent, data management, and regulatory compliance. Over 15 years’ combined experience in healthcare settings across Nigeria, Italy, and the Caribbean, with a proven ability to manage clinical documentation, support study protocols, and ensure patient safety. Adept at building rapport with participants, investigators, and sponsors while maintaining meticulous adherence to study guidelines. KEY COMPETENCIES

Participant recruitment, screening, and informed consent

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) & ethical compliance

Data collection, CRF completion, and EDC systems

Adverse event (AE/SAE) reporting

Regulatory document preparation & ISF maintenance

Clinical trial monitoring and site coordination

Medical terminology & SOP adherence

Proficient in Microsoft Office & Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS)

Multilingual: English (Native), Italian (Conversational) CLINICAL RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Clinical Research Associate (Training & Practical Exposure) American University of St. Vincent School of Medicine – Clinical Rotations 2023 – Present

Screened and recruited eligible participants according to study inclusion/exclusion criteria.

Explained study protocols to participants and ensured accurate, documented informed consent.

Scheduled and managed participant visits, follow-ups, and required tests per protocol.

Collected and maintained accurate source documentation and completed CRFs.

Reported adverse and serious adverse events to Principal Investigator (PI) and sponsors.

Maintained Investigator Site File (ISF) and assisted with regulatory documentation. HEALTHCARE & RELATED EXPERIENCE

Health Care Assistant – Global Health Integrated Aid Foundation, Abuja June 2018 – March 2023

Delivered affordable/free healthcare services to underserved communities.

Conducted health education seminars on disease prevention and outbreak response. Nursing Assistant & Caterer – Maina Hospital, Asti, Italy 2010 – 2011

Assisted patients with personal hygiene, mobility, and nutritional monitoring.

Recorded vital signs and supported RNs in patient care. Nursing Assistant – Andrea Conti Family Agency, Italy 2011 – 2015

Provided daily living assistance to residents, respecting dignity and personal choice. Pharmacy Assistant – Domingo Hospital, Nigeria

1994 – 2004

Prepared, dispensed, and labeled medications per physician orders.

Counseled patients on prescriptions and over-the-counter medications. HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCE (Transferable Skills: teamwork, attention to detail, client service) Assistant Cook & Nutritionist – French Verandah Restaurant (Mariners Hotel), St. Vincent – July 2023 – Present

Cook & Nutritionist – Rick Nick’s Café (Bar & Grill), St. Vincent – June 2023 – July 2023 EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

BSc in Nursing (Ongoing) – American University of St. Vincent School of Medicine

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) – NIDA Clinical Trials Network (Aug 2025)

Good Clinical Practice – ICH E6 R2 – Alison (Aug 2025)

Good Clinical Practice ICH E6(R3) Certificate – Clinical Research Pro (August 2025)

Coursera Medical Terminology I & II (July 2023)

Certificate in Access & Use of Scientific Information in Health (June 2023)

Certificate in Early Diagnosis of Childhood & Adolescent Cancer (June 2023)

Certificate in Protection & Promotion of Human Rights in Mental Health (June 2023)

Certificate in Nursing Assistant – Alpha Academy (Feb 2022)

Diploma in Kinesiotherapy – Romania (June 2008)

Italian Language Course – AMIP (Aug 2010)

PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES

Ethical Patient-Focused Proactive Adaptable Strong Communicator Culturally Competent

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