Christina Kosman
Rockvale,TN
Summary
A dedicated Research Specialist with a strong background in Molecular Biology, offering expertise in project management, optimizing lab workflows, and facilitating team communication. Seeking to contribute my skills and knowledge to an innovative research team with a focus on leadership and project management, and showcasing proficiency in Microsoft products, including PowerPoint presentations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
Clinical Trials Center of Middle Tennessee
Franklin, TN
10.2023 - Current
- Compiled trial related documents into a master file as required by sponsor or regulatory agency.
- Performed patient assessments, collected, and analyzed data.
- Provided guidance on Good Clinical Practice regulations and other applicable regulatory standards.
- Facilitated resolution of protocol deviations.
- Trained on protocol requirements and GCP regulations.
- Reviewed CRFs for completeness before database entry.
- Maintained accurate up-to-date tracking logs for all aspects of clinical research activities including but not limited to adverse events, serious adverse events, concomitant medications, and lab results .
- Kept patient care protocols and clinical trial operations in compliance.
- Collected, processed, and delivered specimens from trial participants.
- Took vital signs and collected medical histories of patients.
- Conducted screening interviews to determine eligibility of subjects.
- Educated participants on studies and anticipated outcomes.
Research Specialist
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Developed project plans, defined tasks, and allocated resources.
- Led Scrum-type meetings to gather updates on team members' projects.
- Tracked and managed lab supplies, ensuring availability and budget adherence.
- Optimized laboratory workflows by modifying Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Handled lab waste disposal and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of experiments, data, and lab inventory.
Research Specialist
Weill Cornell Medicine
New York, NY
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Collected and analyzed data to contribute to manuscripts and publications.
- Wrote the introduction to a manuscript for a publication.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to confirm accuracy of results.
- Oversaw daily administrative responsibilities of lab, supervising students, and other technical staff.
- Organized data in logical ways to enable efficient analysis.
- Supported other researchers in study- and project-related activities.
- Attended seminars, public events, and weekly meetings.
- Trained undergraduate students on ELISA assays and Data analysis.
- Processed blood samples and isolated Plasma for use in assays.
- Maintained and propagated cell lines for use in Laboratory assays.
- Performed quality control on Data collected.
- Produced and harvested SARS-CoV2/HIV virus for Neutralization assays
Molecular Technologist
QDx PATHOLOGY SERVICES
EDISON, NJ
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Prepared, processed, and analyzed SARS-CoV2 lab samples.
- Trained and supervised new technologists
- Managed departmental inventory and supply ordering.
- Reviewed patient data and prepared data reports.
- Used High quality assay reagents from 4 different kits on 384 well plates to perform RT-PCR.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality data.
Co-founder & Business Manager
ESCAPE ROOM MADNESS
NEW YORK, NY
04.2015 - 06.2022
- Co-founded and established an escape room business, overseeing all aspects of operations.
- Designed game rooms and puzzles, creating immersive and challenging experiences for customers.
- Conducted interviews, onboarded, and trained staff.
- Implemented Resova, a booking software, to streamline customer reservations and payments.
- Developed and managed a payroll system for employees.
- Implemented game room software to monitor game room progress.
- Coordinated and processed invoices for corporate events
Education
Master of science - Neuroscience and Molecular biology
The City College of New York
01.2016
Bachelor of science -
Stony Brook University
01.2012
Skills
- Quality Control
- Problem Solving
- Results Analysis
- Automated Laboratory Testing
- Inventory Control
- Staff Management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Employee Training
- Process Improvements
- Regulatory Compliance
- Sample Preparation and Analysis
- Advanced Research Techniques
- Organizing Findings
- Publication Development
- Project management
- Analytical Thinking
- Time Management
- Data Management
Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator
Clinical Trials Center of Middle Tennessee
10.2023 - Current
Research Specialist
Vanderbilt University
06.2023 - 10.2023
Research Specialist
Weill Cornell Medicine
06.2022 - 06.2023
Molecular Technologist
QDx PATHOLOGY SERVICES
01.2020 - 06.2022
Co-founder & Business Manager
ESCAPE ROOM MADNESS
04.2015 - 06.2022
Master of science - Neuroscience and Molecular biology
The City College of New York
Bachelor of science -
Stony Brook University