CARRIE CROWTHER-BROWN
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
A public health professional passionate about improving community health through education and programming seeking to leverage skills in new and challenging capacity. Personable and highly organized professional with strong aptitude for coordinating and managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Possesses in-depth understanding of project management principles and excels in maintaining efficient communication and collaboration. Committed to driving positive outcomes and enhancing program effectiveness.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Title TBD
Howard University College Of Pharmacy
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with the District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services to develop and implement an inaugural pharmacy technician program, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering community partnerships.
- Provided academic assistance to approximately thirty students, including mentoring and resource coordination, to ensure success in their coursework and practical training.
- Managed logistical elements of the program, including scheduling, tracking student progress, and organizing resources to facilitate smooth program operations.
- Acted as a liaison between the pharmacy technician program and community stakeholders, including externship sites and government agencies.
- Assisted in developing curriculum materials and course structures to certification standards.
- Maintained and analyzed student records, performance data, and program evaluations to identify areas for improvement and ensure successful outcomes.
- Assisted in ensuring program adherence to local, state, and federal pharmacy technician training and certification standards.
- Organized workshops, seminars, and industry networking events to enhance student exposure to professional opportunities and industry trends.
- Graded exams, quizzes, and assignments, providing constructive feedback to students to support their academic development and identify areas for improvement.
- Monitored and tracked student attendance, ensuring compliance with program requirements and addressing attendance issues proactively.
- Regularly assessed student performance through grading and informal evaluations, identified academic challenges, and offered tailored support and intervention as necessary.
- Followed up with students struggling academically or personally, offering additional resources and connecting them to support services such as tutoring.
- Prepared and distributed regular progress reports to students, faculty, and stakeholders, highlighting academic achievements and improvement areas.
- Coordinated and supervised exam administration, ensuring proper timing, security, and adherence to University academic integrity policies.
- Provided one-on-one academic counseling to students regarding exam performance, career aspirations, and personal challenges, helping them navigate their educational journey.
- Collected student feedback on assessments and course content to assist in refining grading methods, course materials, and teaching strategies.
- Assisted in creating and implementing curriculum materials for the Pharmacy Technician Program, ensuring adherence to academic standards and accreditation requirements.
- Designed and produced engaging flyers and promotional content to advertise the program, its events, and other relevant information for prospective students.
- Graded quizzes, exams, and other academic assessments.
- Ensured timely feedback for students to promote continuous improvement and learning.
- Communicated with students about their academic progress.
- Conducted regular check-ins with students to assess their academic progress, provide guidance, and identify any challenges or barriers to success.
- Served as a primary point of contact for students, addressing course material, grading, and overall program structure inquiries.
- Worked closely with program faculty and administration to maintain program integrity, improve student outcomes, and ensure smooth day-to-day program operations.
- Supported the program director and faculty in maintaining accreditation standards and ensuring the program complies with necessary regulations.
- Collected and analyzed student data to identify trends, report findings, and suggest areas for program improvement.
- Assisted in scheduling courses, managing program logistics, and coordinating student events and activities related to the program.
Program Manager
Howard University College Of Pharmacy
09.2022 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day program activities for the Public Health Informatics and Technology for DC (PHIT4DC) workforce training initiative funded by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number ARP-PHIT-21-001 as part of a four-year project totaling $8,905,857.00.
- Collaborate with lecturers to develop innovative course content, promoting a dynamic learning environment.
- Analyze program data to provide insights and recommendations to improve project outcomes, leading to optimized operational efficiency and enhanced program impact.
- Plan and organize logistical aspects of program meetings, lectures, and workshops, managing invitations, coordinating speakers, and ensuring all technical requirements were met to facilitate smooth operations.
- Lead in-depth reviews of training programs, evaluating overall performance metrics, and preparing detailed reports with actionable recommendations for improvement in program structure and effectiveness.
- Assist in curriculum development, contributing to the overall improvement of training offerings.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance and grades, keeping all relevant parties informed about performance trends.
- Compile and analyze program datasets; create visually impactful graphs, charts, and slides for senior-level presentations, ensuring clear communication of findings and insights to a broad range of stakeholders.
- Manage classroom logistics, ensuring smooth operations during the semester.
- Enhance project visibility with regular status updates to funder and award prime to increase stakeholder and consortium member engagement.
- Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Manage cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Ensure that goals and objectives specified for the program are accomplished in accordance within priorities, time and funding limitations, or other specifications.
- Develop and schedule a program work plan in accordance with specifications, objectives and funding limitations.
- Coordinate program activities through delegation of assignments to team members.
- Assist Principal Investigator with proposals for funding and/or funding continuation from outside sponsors.
- Prepare ad hoc reports, financial statements and records on program activities, progress, status or related special reports for the director.
- Develop and facilitate workshops, meetings, conferences with high impact on program and/or participants.
- Actively participate in consultations with cross-disciplinary teams, bringing a strategic perspective to technical meetings and offering insights based on data analysis and program evaluation.
- Distribute reimbursements/stipend payments for research/training participation.
- Aid in the development of reports, grants, presentations, and data analysis.
- Improve program efficiency by conducting comprehensive research and evaluation of training courses and programs to assess alignment with organizational goals and federal regulations, identifying areas for program enhancement.
Data Scientist Coordinator
Howard University College Of Medicine
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Developed surveys to collect, evaluate and interpret RADx-Underserved Populations (RADx-UP) data and provide needed information to principal investigators and other team members.
- Updated databases and records. Entered data and assisted with interpretation.
- Ensured quality and accuracy of reports regarding monitoring and evaluation aspects.
- Collaborated with research staff to design appropriate data collection tools (e.g. data translation of survey into required languages based on target population)
- Collaborated with research staff to prepare/generate reports reflecting progress of research project, database, or protocol on weekly or as needed.
- Maintained confidential records of collected data, ensure accuracy and integrity of data.
- Located and corrected data entry errors and report to management.
Research Assistant
Howard University College Of Medicine
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Recruited subjects to participate in study; conduct enrollment of study participants, including explaining research procedures & protocols, and obtaining informed consent of subjects and/or their families.
- Maintained patient study files in accordance with legal and institutional guidelines.
- Performed a variety of data management procedures (e.g., data entry, producing basic reports, data cleaning, database maintenance).
- Coded data utilizing databases such as REDCap, SPSS, and MS Excel.
- Assisted with manuscript, grant preparation and research.
- Conducted literature searches and synthesized information in requested formats.
- Maintained established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Graduate Assistant
Howard University
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Participated in curriculum mapping and implementation to promote quicker rollout and delivery.
- Assisted faculty members with data collection for potential academic publications.
- Gathered, reviewed, and summarized literature from scientific journals such as SciFinder and PubMed and produced graphs and other scientific calculations.
- Participated in lesson planning and curriculum implementation to promote quicker rollout and delivery.
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Assisted with researching grants and grant writing tasks.
- Developed and managed surveys using REDCap and Qualtrics.
- Enhanced research quality by providing thorough literature reviews and data analysis support.
Health Communications Intern
Sepsis Alliance
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided administrative support to senior team members.
- Built media kits in support of specific strategic initiatives.
- Developed strong professional relationships through outreach and communicating effectively with a wide variety of organizations and external contacts.
- Prepared presentations on how to incorporate and utilize inclusive language to increase awareness among marginalized/minority populations.
- Reviewed website and all media kits to promote the use of inclusive language.
- Assisted in developing targeted health communication campaigns to increase awareness and promote behavior change.
Administrative Support Specialist
U.S. SBA Office Of Disaster Assistance
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Assisted in development and implementation of training classes to educate team members and community residents.
- Prepared documents and packages for employees to be deployed to disaster locations both locally and overseas, to effectively carry out their disaster relief roles.
- Audited 687 staff members' travel claims and expenses (on and off travel status) with delinquent funds.
- Conducted cost analysis on all expense reports to ensure that obligations, disbursements, and reimbursements are authorized
- Assisted in securing travel arrangement for employees across nationwide locations.
- Monitored and managed expenses with allotted budgets and reviewed and approved expense reports.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate effective communication and enhance business processes.
Resident Assistant
Howard University
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Encouraged community atmosphere by implementing educational and recreational programs for residents such as STD/STI testings, Resume and Career Workshops, Physical and Mental Health wellness sessions.
- Facilitated needs for students with special services in regards to resources such as Disabled Student Services, Counseling Services and Title IX Office.
- Counseled peers on career, academic and personal concerns.
- Mentored and supervised groups of 300 residents each academic year.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment.
- Led by example through mature behavior consistent with university regulations and rules; enforced and implemented all university and campus housing policies.
- Mediated and provided professional conflict resolution in timely fashion.
- Assisted disabled residents in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
- Attended, participated and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing residents' needs, and how to improve processes.
Education
Master of Public Health -
Howard University
Washington, DC12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Howard University
Washington, DC05.2017
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Data Entry
- MS Office
- Report Development
- Database Research
- Qualtrics
- REDCap
- SPSS Statistics Software
- eClinicalWorks
- DrCloudEHR
- LMS Administration
- Videoconferencing expertise (MS Teams, Zoom, Webex, Google Meet)
Certification
PgMP - Program Management Professional (in progress)
Project Management Institute
Expected date of completion: July 2025
Additional Information
- Research Scholar, Cancer Research Education Program (2021)
Timeline
Title TBD
Howard University College Of Pharmacy
07.2024 - Current
Program Manager
Howard University College Of Pharmacy
09.2022 - Current
Research Assistant
Howard University College Of Medicine
03.2022 - 09.2022
Data Scientist Coordinator
Howard University College Of Medicine
01.2022 - 04.2023
Health Communications Intern
Sepsis Alliance
05.2021 - 09.2021
Graduate Assistant
Howard University
01.2021 - 12.2021
Administrative Support Specialist
U.S. SBA Office Of Disaster Assistance
09.2017 - 09.2018
Resident Assistant
Howard University
08.2014 - 05.2017
Master of Public Health -
Howard University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Howard University
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