Clinical Research

Objective: Seeking a position as a Clinical Research Associate that will enable me to utilize my skills and knowledge, as well as my excellent interpersonal communication, critical thinking abilities, attention to detail and strong work ethic.

Education: Master of Science in Clinical Research Administration Ypsilanti, MI

Eastern Michigan University, December 2009

Medical Language: CHSE 120 Medical Terminology Lansing, MI

Lansing Community College, December 2008

Clinical Research Administration: Certificate

Eastern Michigan University, July 2008 Ypsilanti, MI

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education

Major : History Minor : Economics

Wayne State University, May 2005 Detroit, MI

Work Experience:

Dec 2008-Present Clinical Interviewer/ Field Interviewer/

Research Assistant

Michigan Public Health Institute Okemos, MI

General Responsibilities include:

• Contacts study participants by telephone and schedule interviews, arranging date, time and location for face-to-face interviews.

• Travels to various locations throughout the state to conduct face-to-face interviews.

• Collects data by conducting telephone interviews as needed.

• Conducts interviews with rigorous attention to interview protocol, quality assurance procedures, and human subjects’ protections.

• Interacts with respondents in a professional and courteous manner.

• Documents data collection and entry activities according to quality assurance protocols.

• Researches and verifies participant contact information when necessary.

• Performs tasks related to management of study sample.

• Assists in testing CATI instruments and other project related software.

• Attends project trainings, weekly or bi-weekly project team meetings, monthly staff meetings and other meetings as necessary

• Prepares sections of reports and other written documents as needed.

• Coordinates logistics for statewide travel when necessary including transportation, lodging and per diem, according to company travel policies and procedures.

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• Conduct Data Analysis under direction of Research Associate, Project Leader and Project Coordinator

• Provides support for documentation and communication under the direction of Research Associate, Project Leader and Project Coordinator

May 2008- July 2008 Student Intern: Preceptorship

University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI

General Responsibilities include:

• Attended IRB meeting and assisted in revision of Informed consent document.

• Assisted in documenting adverse events and serious adverse events of study subjects.

• Reviewed GCPs (Good Clinical Practices) and FDA regulations

• Engaged in Basic Monitoring activities, such as : Case Report Form development, Study Drug and clinical supplies delivery and storage, Initiation visit, Monitoring visit, Data review and cleanup, assisted in correcting CRFs, assisted in Adverse Event Reporting, Study close out and Study finances

Mar. 2006- March 2008 Education Services Coordinator

Boys and Girls Club of Lansing Lansing, MI

General Responsibilities include:

• Implement the “Reasons to Read Program” which encourages and enables students to enjoy reading.

• Serve as a liaison between the educational services and community institutions departments within the Boys and Girls Club of Lansing.

• Prepared and executed the “Feature A Teacher” program held in April 2006 and 2007

• Generate monthly reports of participation in various programs using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Outlook and Publisher software

• Design and create newsletters and pamphlets about the Boys and Girls Club of Lansing

• Coordinate various tasks including but not limited to the creation, implementation and supervision of new curriculum in the Learning Center, Cadet Room (for younger ages) and Art room

Sept. 2005- Mar. 2006 Care Provider for Child with Disabilities East Lansing, MI

Herman Family

• Assisted with activities for daily living

• Accompanied child on recreational outings

• In home teaching using specialized equipment for children with disabilities

Apr. 2004- May 2005: Patient Transporter

Providence Hospital Southfield, MI

• Moved patients from beds to transportation cart with care

• Moved patients from Units to various testing areas within the hospital and returned them

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• Recorded in patient charts and medical records time of leaving, return and other pertinent information

• Reported to nurses any messages from Radiology staff

• Documented patient activity

Sept. 2001 - Oct. 2003: Instructor’s Assistant

Kumon Math and Reading Center Royal Oak, MI.

• Assisted students from preschool age to high school age in the completion of school assignments

• Corrected math and reading worksheets and reviewed these with students

• Consulted with parents and discussed ways to improve students’ comprehension of various ideas and the materials presented

May 200l – Jul. 2001: Summer Student Assistant

Department of Community Medicine

Wayne State University Detroit, MI.

• Locating and scheduling speakers for presentations

• Using the computer to collect data and input data

• Interacted with supervisors and personnel in a professional and responsible manner

• Consulted with personnel of various organizations and representing the Department of Community Medicine during those interactions

Apr. 1999 – Aug. 2000: Librarian’s Assistant

Science and Engineering Library .

Wayne State University Detroit, MI

• Used Horizon and computer programs specifically for the library’s circulation division to track books, magazines, maps and all other frequently used items in the library

• Organized books, maps and magazines

• Assisted librarians and the director of the library in various activities to facilitate the operation of the library in a timely and organized manner

Special Skills/ Achievements:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and Publisher

• Experience in the use of Electronic Data Capture, SPSS research data and statistical analysis instrument

• Experience with Survey Monkey

• Institutional Review Board Training and Privacy Training for Research Organizations

• Strong analytical and critical thinking

• Proficient in the use of Internet for research

• Published several articles in the Wayne State University College Newspaper, The South End.

• CPR/First Aid certified

References Available Upon Request

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