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Amber Carmella Yvette Hogue

San Francisco Bay Area

Summary

Dynamic clinical research professional with a proven history of leveraging health communication, patient-centered research, and cutting-edge technology to empower patients, and improve health outcomes. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities, and a strong ability to foster strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on achieving positive results through collaboration!

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Research Operations Manager

Walmart Health Research Institute
08.2024 - Current
  • Guided trial managers and cross-functional teams in designing recruitment strategies for client-sponsored studies.
  • Conducted thorough analyses to identify target populations and recruitment barriers.
  • Owned patient journey, identifying engagement opportunities among WHRI patients.
  • Developed and implemented research operations policies to evaluate recruitment effectiveness.
  • Provided project management guidance to research staff to enhance efficiency.
  • Organized workshops and community events addressing specific health conditions.
  • Reviewed scientific literature to stay informed on new developments and inform study planning.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of studies, including budgets, timelines, and personnel.

Clinical Research & Patient Engagement Consultant

ActiVie
06.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated selection and licensing of Clinical Outcome Assessments, including PROs, ClinROs, and PerfOs.
  • Created trial-specific patient-facing documentation, including user guides, FAQs, and recruitment materials for feasibility studies in Australia and New Zealand.
  • Managed translation of patient-facing materials to ensure accuracy across languages.
  • Oversaw version-controlled SOPs, WIs, FRMs, and other QMS-managed documents.
  • Created CRFs and EDC systems, including specification support and UAT.
  • Supported writing of interim and final clinical study reports for regulatory submissions.
  • Developed comprehensive study document packages, including CIPs and Investigator Brochures, for cardiac medical devices.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely submission of clinical trial reports.

Clinical Operations (Contract)

Evidation Health
San Mateo
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Reviewed and verified clinical trial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GCP guidelines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve study-related issues and ensure successful trial conduct.
  • Managed device accountability log for accurate tracking and documentation of investigational devices.
  • Conducted Source Data Verification (SDV) to maintain consistency between source documents and case report forms.
  • Documented deviations from study protocols following regulatory requirements.
  • Recorded adverse events and serious adverse events, ensuring timely reporting to authorities and sponsors.
  • Maintained adverse event logs for audit purposes while providing support to the clinical trial team.

Senior Associate, User Acquisition & Participant Recruitment

Evidation Health
San Mateo
02.2021 - 12.2022
  • Managed recruitment activities for over 60 complex clinical research and market research projects.
  • Completed recruitment for in-depth COVID vaccine study in under two weeks, four weeks ahead of schedule.
  • Consistently achieved and exceeded demographic targets and enrollment goals for research populations.
  • Conducted user research to identify engaged, eligible participants for studies.
  • Coordinated planning and implementation of patient recruitment operations effectively.
  • Tracked KPIs related to recruitment to accurately forecast study enrollment numbers.
  • Established strategic relationships with patient organizations, advocacy groups, and stakeholders to enhance recruitment efforts.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with teams to ensure achievement of recruitment objectives.

Associate, Participant Engagement

Evidation Health
San Mateo
09.2019 - 02.2021
  • Owned patient experience for decentralized trials, enhancing overall satisfaction and engagement.
  • Developed patient-facing communications and training materials to ensure protocol compliance.
  • Oversaw all communications for participants, ensuring clarity and responsiveness.
  • Constructed roadmap for participant communications, including SMS, in-app notifications, and email updates.
  • Conducted outreach to participants while managing incoming requests efficiently.
  • Synthesized patient experience insights using behavioral theory to optimize communications strategy.
  • Spearheaded development of participant experience survey to gather user preferences and feedback.
  • Supported creation of ICF, CRF, literature reviews, screeners, and other IRB documents.

Program Services Manager

W.O.R.L.D, AIDS Healthcare Foundation
Oakland
01.2019 - 08.2019
  • Managed contracts for 12 grants related to HIV and opioid misuse services.
  • Oversaw 15 programs providing education and psychosocial support for women and partners.
  • Conducted contract reporting, data management, and program evaluation.
  • Enhanced delivery and organization of Opioid Misuse program.
  • Established collaborative relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
  • Supervised 6 direct service team leads to ensure effective program execution.
  • Developed and implemented quality improvement plan to boost client engagement and service quality.

Regional & National Programs Manager

YogaWorks
San Francisco Bay Area
09.2012 - 08.2019
  • Supervised programming and events across 13 sites in San Francisco, Marin County, and East Bay.
  • Managed workshops and trainings for yoga teachers at 13 locations.
  • Developed and oversaw event lifecycle for programs adopted by 72 studios in 9 regions.
  • Created marketing materials and communication strategies to engage target audiences through email, SMS, and hard copy.
  • Coordinated relationships with clients, contractors, staff, partners, and stakeholders.
  • Exceeded revenue goals by 15% annually.
  • Received consistent recognition for outstanding performance in annual appraisals.

Graduate Student Intern

Homeless Prenatal Program
San Francisco
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Conducted needs assessment for programming within agency to enhance service delivery.
  • Developed case management model and staff/client interfacing handbook to improve communication.
  • Collaborated with local community stakeholders to address health solutions for homeless individuals in shelter system.
  • Created and analyzed goal-based program assessment survey to identify gaps and implement improvement protocols.

Education

Master of Public Health -

University of San Francisco
San Francisco
08.2018

Master of Science - Behavioral Health

University of San Francisco
San Francisco
08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Community Studies

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz
06.2012

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Zendesk
  • Tableau
  • Digital Marketing
  • Google Suite
  • Atlassian Suite - Confluence and Jira
  • Airship
  • Google Analytics
  • Asana
  • Clinical trial management
  • Project management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Patient recruitment
  • Effective communication
  • Problem-solving aptitude (I have a can-do attitude!)

Certification

  • Good Clinical Practice
  • Human Subjects Training
  • Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
  • 500 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher, Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher

Extracurricular Activities

I have a passion for reproductive health and Yoga. I teach prenatal Yoga in the Bay Area and I aim to provide tangible information to help educate and support one's birthing experience! I have also been teaching non-prenatal classes for the last decade.

Timeline

Clinical Research Operations Manager

Walmart Health Research Institute
08.2024 - Current

Clinical Operations (Contract)

Evidation Health
08.2023 - 04.2024

Clinical Research & Patient Engagement Consultant

ActiVie
06.2023 - Current

Senior Associate, User Acquisition & Participant Recruitment

Evidation Health
02.2021 - 12.2022

Associate, Participant Engagement

Evidation Health
09.2019 - 02.2021

Program Services Manager

W.O.R.L.D, AIDS Healthcare Foundation
01.2019 - 08.2019

Graduate Student Intern

Homeless Prenatal Program
01.2018 - 08.2018

Regional & National Programs Manager

YogaWorks
09.2012 - 08.2019

Master of Public Health -

University of San Francisco

Master of Science - Behavioral Health

University of San Francisco

Bachelor of Arts - Community Studies

University of California, Santa Cruz
Amber Carmella Yvette Hogue