Ashley Snyder
Orem,UT
Summary
Dynamic Senior Research Analyst with extensive experience at the Univ. of Utah, excelling in COI compliance and regulatory auditing. Proven ability to enhance project management processes and deliver impactful training. Strong analytical reasoning and approachable demeanor foster cross-functional collaboration, driving successful outcomes in complex research environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Research Analyst
Univ. of Utah Associate VP for Research Integrity and Compliance
01.2021 - 10.2024
- - Supported compliance with federal COI regulations from National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, and U.S. Department of Energy. - Maintained compliance with University of Utah requirements and updated COI financial policies and procedures. - Reviewed COI disclosures from faculty, staff, and researchers to flag potential conflicts. - Partnered with COI Committee to develop and monitor management plans for identified conflicts. - Conducted comprehensive audits of research protocols, disclosures, and training records; documented compliance concerns and recommended corrective actions. - Drafted correspondence detailing Institutional Review Board deliberations and decisions to ensure clear communication of outcomes. - Assisted IRB members and committee members with quality improvement efforts. - Conducted training on research integrity, compliance requirements, and ethical conduct for researchers, staff, and students. - Presented findings and insights at national and international COI research conventions, enhancing visibility of compliance initiatives.
- Analyzed research integrity cases for Associate VP compliance reviews.
- Reviewed IRB, human subjects, and research misconduct documentation.
- Interpreted federal, state, and university research policy requirements.
Project Manager
Univ. of Utah Data Coordinating Center, Pediatric Administration
08.2016 - 10.2020
- Coordinated management of three research networks with 20 prospective and retrospective studies, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Supported study oversight, regulatory compliance, and recordkeeping at site and institution levels through remote monitoring, query review, and data checks.
- Met with primary investigator to define scope and realistic project implementation.
- Created study manual of operations and standard operating protocols for each study.
- Drafted and updated manual of operations, studied risk assessments, and mitigation plans.
- Supported cross-functional project planning schedules and stakeholder communication across enterprise initiatives.
- Managed budgets, forecasts, and resource plans to optimize project lifecycle efficiency.
- Tracked risk items, mitigation actions, and dependencies for complex programs.
- Coached project staff on planning methods, documentation, and delivery standards.
- Prepared status reports, executive updates, and delivery plans using project dashboards.
- Worked with operations vendors and clients to support project execution.
- Managed project scope, timeline, and budget in line with company objectives.
- Monitored project progress against approved timelines and budgets.
- Developed best practices for managing complex projects successfully.
- Improved project delivery process through program leadership and continuous process improvement.
- Negotiated contracts with third-party vendors to secure project resources.
- Ensured all project records were current and accurately documented for all active and completed projects.
- Facilitated resolution of team conflicts to maintain productivity to maintain productivity.
- Tracked design processes from concept through construction.
- Delivered training sessions to staff on new processes and systems related to projects.
- Reviewed data from completed projects to identify areas for improvement.
- Implemented process improvements to increase organizational efficiency.
- Visited locations to observe operations and identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce costs.
- Completed post-project evaluations to assess strategy effectiveness.
- Assessed, prioritized, and assigned tasks to staff based on client needs, capacity planning, and project requirements.
- Directed protocol execution strategies, contingency planning, and problem resolution.
- Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders to enhance collaboration and project success.
- Consulted with data management team and primary investigators to identify and address risks and issues.
- Took part in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Univ. of Utah School of Medicine, Pediatric Cardiology
04.2014 - 08.2016
- - Ensured successful execution of clinical trials to meet research objectives, ensuring alignment with principal investigator objectives.
- - Monitored patient safety during clinical trials according to established guidelines.
- - Communicated with investigators, study staff, sponsors, vendors, IRB personnel, and other stakeholders throughout trial lifecycle.
- - Reviewed protocols for compliance with sponsor and regulatory requirements.
- - Managed submissions to the Institutional Review Board for regulatory compliance, amendments, and continuing review documents.
- - Obtained informed consent and assent from pediatric research participants.
- - Coordinated pediatric cardiology study visits at University of Utah School of Medicine.
- - Assisted with development, execution, and organization of retrospective and prospective studies.
- - Developed and reviewed case report forms for clinical data collection for completeness and accuracy before database entry.
- - Prepared study binders, regulatory files, and visit documentation.
- - Collected source data and entered records into REDCap databases.
- - Completed study procedures in operating rooms, emergency departments, clinics, and intensive care units.
- - Scheduled participant appointments with physicians, families, and research staff.
- - Reviewed medical records for accuracy of source documentation before database lock.
- - Organized investigator meetings, developed agendas, created presentations, tracked action items, and coordinated follow-up communication after meetings.
Emergency Medical Technician - Advanced
Univ. of Utah Hospital, Emergency Department
03.2003 - 04.2014
- Provided direct patient care by assessing wounds, splinting, casting, numbing, cleaning, preparing for sutures, starting peripheral IVs, drawing blood, and assisting with trauma and stroke cases.
- Provided advanced life support techniques, including intubation, defibrillation, cardioversion, intravenous fluids, and medication administration.
- Triaged patients by assessing medical needs, determining emergency priority, and starting care.
- Assessed patient condition and vital signs, including pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, temperature, and level of consciousness.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Used airway adjuncts such as suction devices, oral pharyngeal airways, nasopharyngeal airways, and endotracheal tubes.
- Cleared airway obstructions by suctioning airways to support breathing.
- Collected ECG readings and point-of-care specimens for emergency evaluation.
- Documented care provided, completed ongoing education, and maintained licensure.
- Completed continuing education courses to stay current on new developments in emergency medicine.
- Reviewed physician orders before administering medication or performing procedures according to protocol standards.
- Maintained infection control standards across emergency department work areas.
- Communicated with patients to provide emotional support and reassurance during crisis situations.
- Supervised care activities to maintain high patient quality standards within the department, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment plans for patients requiring advanced medical care.
- Stayed calm and proactive during emergency situations.
- Built strong working relationships with medical staff to support efficient patient care.
- Enabled new hires to integrate effectively into team by sharing job duties and reviewing shift performance.
- Explained medical terminology in simple terms to patients.
- Wrapped wounds and evaluated need for stitches or sutures.
- Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
- Entered patient care details into electronic medical records.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Clinical research knowledge
- IRB compliance
- COI review
- Regulatory auditing
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Project management
- Project coordination
- Data analysis
- Data-driven decision making
- REDCap management
- Policy drafting
- Policy analysis
- Process improvement
- Microsoft Office
- Tableau proficiency
- Advanced Excel skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Analytical reasoning
- Cross-collaboration
- Executive communication
- Training delivery
- Detail orientation
Affiliations
- Rural Ambulance EMT-A - Volunteered for Wendover Ambulance for 4 years. Obtained great experience, with a 1 1/2 hour drive to the nearest hospital and a 45 minute ETA for a medical helicopter.
- NODA (No one dies alone) project at University of Utah - spent time with patients as they were dying, when they had no one else to be by their side.
- Royal Family Kids Camp - Volunteered for multiple summers, spending time with children who were in foster care or wards of the state. 55 children were chosen each year, all had the worst experiences by comparison and needed love and companionship.
Timeline
Senior Research Analyst
Univ. of Utah Associate VP for Research Integrity and Compliance
01.2021 - 10.2024
Project Manager
Univ. of Utah Data Coordinating Center, Pediatric Administration
08.2016 - 10.2020
Clinical Research Coordinator
Univ. of Utah School of Medicine, Pediatric Cardiology
04.2014 - 08.2016
Emergency Medical Technician - Advanced
Univ. of Utah Hospital, Emergency Department
03.2003 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science -
University of Utah