Candace Chante’ McCloud
Jonesboro,GA
Summary
Research professional with proven track record in managing research projects and funding processes. Adept at ensuring compliance with institutional and funding agency regulations. Known for fostering teamwork and delivering results through adaptable and reliable performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Administrator, Pre-Award III
Emory University School of Medicine
09.2021 - Current
- Expertise in assisting PEDS faculty with submitting comprehensive research proposals, ensuring compliance with funding guidelines, and incorporating necessary components such as budget justifications, project timelines
- Proficient in identifying appropriate funding opportunities for pediatric research projects through research and assessment of eligibility criteria
- Broad understanding of research compliance and ensuring adherence to institutional policies, regulations, and guidelines
- Proven ability to coordinate and oversee multiple research projects simultaneously, managing timelines, deliverables, and collaborating with team members
- Proficient in using specific grant management systems such as eRA Commons, CAYUSE
- Evaluated project proposals for feasibility, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities before submission for funding consideration.
- Implemented effective communication strategies, resulting in improved coordination among research team members.
Research Administrator, Pre-Award II
Emory University School of Medicine
04.2020 - Current
- Managed and routed and/or submitted approximately 210 Pre-Award proposals including NIH grants, foundation grants, subcontracts, MOUs, federal and non-federal clinical trials, etc
- From April 2020- July 2021
- Collaborated with research staff at VA on providing MOU budgets and forms
- Supported Pre-Award manager in reorganizing RAS portfolios and strategies to leverage growing volume by contributing to weekly meetings that discuss workload distribution and redistribution of tasks if necessary
- Worked closely with OCR in securing supporting documents for clinical trials being routed and submitted
- Collaborated with team members, to create a centralized resource binder accessible to new hires to assist with the onboarding phase at DOM RAS
- Trains and assists team members and new hires on Pre-Award procedures and systems; specifically trained new staff in development of clinical trial submissions
- Sustains Pre-Award duties for grants and contracts assigned daily using knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to Pre-Award functions
- Ensures all applications and proposals are submitted promptly to meet agency and university deadlines
- Collaborates with external PIs and support staff to ensure successful completion of sub-award contracts and agreements
- Assists departmental faculty/Principal Investigators in preparation and submission of grant proposals
- Ensures all grant applications meet agency and university guidelines
- Assists faculty in the development of budgets and ensuring accuracy
- Engages with PI and Pre-Award support staff at collaborating institutions to secure sub-award documents
- Reviews proposals for consistency with sponsor guidelines on budget, format, font size, page limits
Public Health Program Associate
Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
08.2016 - Current
- Attended meetings with executive leadership to provide input on the development of a new center at Emory
- Created focus group guides for key stakeholder groups regarding the development of a reproductive health education support program
- Recruited a sample of physicians, advanced nurse practitioners, RNs, and clinic administrators to interview for two research projects
- Conducted semi-structured in-depth interviews with clinic staff from women’s healthcare clinics in Atlanta for two research projects
- Analyzed qualitative data from clinic interviews using MAXQDA software
- Communicated regularly with stakeholders regarding project updates, successes, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
- Reviewed all departmental materials, correcting errors, and making sure documents were ready for publication.
Public Health Program Associate, K01 Young Women’s Stress Study
Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
08.2016 - Current
- Identified and engaged with community-based organizations in order to recruit 200 participants
- Executed in-person recruiting in and around the Metro Atlanta area
- Screened and consented over 200 participants over the course of a year and a half
- Conducted biological data collection (blood pressure, blood and hair collection) for participants
- Conducted in person interviews regarding the intersection of mental and sexual health
- Scheduled participants for baseline and follow-up interviews
Public Health Program Associate, RISE Mini Grant Coordinator
Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Developed the first mini grant pilot program for the RISE Center at Emory University
- Coordinates and oversees the grant applications and management processes
- Develops forms, processes, procedures and policies for the purpose of implementing a consistent grant program
- Oversees the mini grant review committee which are made up of project directors, PhD students, and post docs
- Manages and issues funding to mini grant awardees during each funding cycle
Education
Master of Public Health -
Morehouse School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Public Health
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA05.2013
Skills
- Proposal Development & Submission
- Budget Development & Financial Planning
- Project Management
- Grant Compliance and Regulations
- Funding Opportunity Identification & Analysis
- Research Administration Software
- Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization
- Microsoft Excel
Job Related Training
- CITI Training- Human Subject Research Track
- HIPAA Certification
- REDCap
Timeline
Research Administrator, Pre-Award III
Emory University School of Medicine
09.2021 - Current
Research Administrator, Pre-Award II
Emory University School of Medicine
04.2020 - Current
Public Health Program Associate, RISE Mini Grant Coordinator
Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
08.2017 - 03.2020
Public Health Program Associate
Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
08.2016 - Current
Public Health Program Associate, K01 Young Women’s Stress Study
Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
08.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Public Health
Spelman College
Master of Public Health -
Morehouse School of Medicine
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