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Work History
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Therapeutic Experience
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Avelawance "Lance" Phillips

Avelawance "Lance" Phillips

Los Angeles,United States

Summary

Knowledgeable Clinical Research Associate with several years of experience in documenting and assisting in clinical trials research. Clear, concise and effective written communication abilities. Thorough knowledge of FDA and GCP principles and regulations. Committed to providing support to the project team and executing responsibilities as instructed.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Research Associate (Contract)

Global Research Solutions
Los Angeles, United States of America
02.2020 - Current
  • Conducted site initiation visits to ensure adherence to study protocols and regulatory standards
  • Coordinated and supervised clinical trial activities, including patient enrollment, data collection, and adverse event reporting
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and execute clinical research strategies, timelines, and budget forecasts
  • Delivered training and assistance to site personnel on study protocols, data collection instruments, and regulatory requirements.

Clinical Research Associate II

Sanofi / Inc Research
Los Angeles, United States
10.2018 - 02.2020
  • Responsibilities included: Identifying, selecting, initiating, and closing appropriate investigational sites for clinical studies
  • Conducting site management visits to ensure protocol adherence, regulatory compliance, and adherence to ICH-GCP principles
  • Reporting adverse events and protocol violations promptly and ensuring proper storage and accountability of trial materials
  • Reviewing site regulatory binders, performing source data verification, and completing Case Report Forms on time
  • Tracking and resolving site-specific protocol-related issues and attending Investigator meetings
  • Assisting in recruitment, site development, subject retention, and training new clinical research associates
  • Facilitating communication between study management, site staff, and investigators
  • Maintaining communication with site managers, principal investigators, and site coordinators to achieve study goals
  • Assisting in creating reports and source documents, scheduling review meetings, and providing additional training sessions.

Clinical Research Associate I

PPD
Los Angeles , CA
01.2016 - 10.2018
  • Implemented and monitored clinical trials to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and ICH guidelines
  • Visited sites to assess qualifications, initiate studies, review data accuracy, and terminate studies as needed
    Provided regular clinical status updates to team members and project management
  • Performed billable work in accordance with PRA policies, procedures, and SOPs
    Collaborated with team members to resolve project and clinical issues promptly
  • Communicated site trends to the Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) and project team
    Conducted investigative site file reconciliation and ensured documentation compliance
  • Conducted source document verification, retrieved Case Report Forms (CRFs), and resolved queries promptly
  • Oversaw drug accountability and safety at investigative sites
    Ensured timely reporting of Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) according to project specifications
    Responded promptly to requests from investigative sites.
  • Performed pre-study, closeout and interim visits to check on study activities.

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Education

Communications | BA - Communications

Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2008

Skills

  • English
  • Analytical Skills
  • Protocols development
  • Report Writing
  • Monitoring visits
  • Site Management
  • Patient recruitment strategies
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Cross Cultural Communication Skills

Accomplishments

  • Spearheaded efforts to significantly increase patient recruitment and retention rates at struggling sites through targeted focus on eligible subjects and implementation of effective marketing strategies
  • Conducted weekly conference calls with key stakeholders to evaluate recruitment progress and address performance issues
  • Formulated and executed innovative marketing strategies utilizing site databases, media advertising, and referral sources
  • Successfully restored compliance at non-compliant sites by fostering relationships and enhancing communication
  • Reviewed site processes and implemented standard operating procedures in alignment with Good Clinical Practice, resulting in reduced deviations.

Therapeutic Experience

  • CNS: Major Depressive Disorder, Chronic Pain, Respiratory: Asthma, Infectious Diseases and Vaccines, Gastroenterology, Cardiovascular disease, Dermatology, Pilot studies and feasibility studies.

Timeline

Clinical Research Associate (Contract)

Global Research Solutions
02.2020 - Current

Clinical Research Associate II

Sanofi / Inc Research
10.2018 - 02.2020

Clinical Research Associate I

PPD
01.2016 - 10.2018

Communications | BA - Communications

Columbia College Chicago
Avelawance "Lance" Phillips