CHRISTINE L. FINKS
Ostrander
Summary
Clinical Research Data Specialist with 30+ years in clinical trial operations and data management. Strong background in coordinating teams and optimizing processes to maintain GCP and GLP compliance. Expertise in managing logistics for clinical samples and configuring healthcare data systems, complemented by effective training program implementation. Acknowledged for thorough documentation and collaboration with stakeholders in academic, hospital, and industry sectors.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secretary/Receptionist
Head, Inc.
- Entered and updated construction reports on RBase, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
- Typed various documents using WordPerfect, maintaining high standards of quality and precision.
- Assisted with bookkeeping and filing, supporting organizational efficiency and compliance.
Para-Professional
Hausser + Taylor
- Entered and processed tax return information using Computax software, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Compiled and processed financial reports on Digital DEC and MCS, maintaining data integrity and consistency.
- Prepared and mailed monthly billings, financial statements, and various documents using DisplayWrite and Lotus 1-2-3, supporting organizational efficiency.
Data Entry Clerk
APCO Industries
- Coded and entered inventory data.
- Assisted in the setup and testing of the computerized inventory system.
Documentation Clerk
Edge Computer Corp.
- Prepared, entered, and distributed engineering change and release orders for Change Control Board meetings, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
- Created and updated Bills of Material, optimizing data management and workflow.
- Processed weekly and monthly reports, enhancing data integrity and supporting decision-making processes.
Data Entry Operator III
Ohio Department of Transportation
- Entered and verified input and output on a Honeywell key to disc system, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
- Processed jobs on ROSCOE (Remote OS Conversational Operating Environment), optimizing system efficiency and workflow.
- Acted as supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor, demonstrating leadership and management capabilities.
Research Associate II
Sarepta Therapeutics
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Delivered training to clinical sites on biopsy and specialty lab procedures.
- Coordinated lab site evaluations, initiations, and troubleshooting.
- Managed clinical sample logistics, ensuring secure chain of custody and timely analysis.
- Collaborated with internal and external teams to oversee sample shipments and documentation.
- Ordered and tracked clinical trial supplies; maintained organized study files.
- Acted as primary liaison for GTCOE teams, relaying trial updates and coordinating activities.
- Supported training coordination for surgical sites, including SOP distribution and certification tracking.
- Maintained eTMF documentation and contributed to lab-related document development.
- Fostered strong relationships with CROs, vendors, and site staff.
- Ensured compliance with GCP/GLP standards and supported virtual/onsite meetings.
- Created and maintained Biopsy Site Training Tracker in Smartsheet and Microsoft Lists.
Clinical Research Data Specialist
Abigail Wexner Research Institute, Nationwide Children’s Hospital
08.2019 - 03.2023
- Led application setup and system configuration aligned with institutional goals.
- Partnered with OnCore and EPIC users, technical teams, and leadership to meet compliance standards.
- Conducted system testing and presented findings to steering committees.
- Developed and implemented billing compliance plans; tracked project milestones.
- Supported data migration and system upgrades; created custom reports.
- Delivered training and ongoing support for OnCore and EPIC users.
- Maintained detailed documentation and collaborated with vendors to resolve system issues.
Clinical Research Data Manager/Coordinator
Ohio State University Medical Center – Department of Hematology
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Maintained real-time patient tracking for Acute Leukemia cases using IHIS.
- Managed REDCap and Excel databases for protocol data and patient lists.
Clinical Research Data Manager
Ohio State University Medical Center – Dr. Clara Bloomfield’s Group
08.2005 - 12.2016
- Abstracted and entered cytogenetic data; collaborated with statisticians and lab teams.
- Organized Karyotype Review Meetings and Cytogenetics Workshops.
- Managed documentation and patient stratification for CALGB studies.
Research Data Coordinator & Related Roles
Abbott Laboratories (Ross Products Division)
07.1990 - 05.2005
- Designed and validated clinical databases; authored CDM plans and conducted QA checks.
- Trained staff in DataFax systems; managed studies across multiple therapeutic areas.
- Programmed SAS-based data structures and performed audits.
- Reviewed case reports for protocol compliance; designed CRFs and internal forms.
Education
Business Administration and Management - undefined
Franklin University
Columbus, OHSkills
- Clinical trial management systems
- OnCore and EPIC expertise
- REDCap and DataFax EDC
- SAS programming proficiency
- Microsoft Office applications
- SIR database knowledge
Certification
SOCRA Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Healthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offFlexible work hoursWork-life balanceCompany CulturePaid sick leave401k matchTimeline
Research Associate II
Sarepta Therapeutics
04.2023 - 07.2025
Clinical Research Data Specialist
Abigail Wexner Research Institute, Nationwide Children’s Hospital
08.2019 - 03.2023
Clinical Research Data Manager/Coordinator
Ohio State University Medical Center – Department of Hematology
01.2017 - 08.2019
Clinical Research Data Manager
Ohio State University Medical Center – Dr. Clara Bloomfield’s Group
08.2005 - 12.2016
Research Data Coordinator & Related Roles
Abbott Laboratories (Ross Products Division)
07.1990 - 05.2005
Secretary/Receptionist
Head, Inc.
Para-Professional
Hausser + Taylor
Data Entry Clerk
APCO Industries
Documentation Clerk
Edge Computer Corp.
Data Entry Operator III
Ohio Department of Transportation
Business Administration and Management - undefined
Franklin University
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