Darinique Boss
Houston
Summary
Clinical research professional with experience managing and supporting clinical trials from start-up through close-out. Strong background in monitoring, compliance, and leading site relationships. Known for taking ownership, resolving issues, and keeping teams aligned. Experienced in working with cross-functional teams and maintaining study quality and timelines.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead In-House Clinical Research Associate II
ICON Plc
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed assigned clinical trial activities and supported study progress from start-up through close-out
- Served as a primary point of contact for sites, providing direction and resolving issues
- Oversaw site performance, identified risks, and escalated critical issues when needed
- Guided and supported site staff on study processes, including investigational product handling
- Reviewed monitoring reports and ensured follow-up actions were completed
- Maintained study documentation and supported TMF readiness for audits and inspections
- Collaborated with study teams, vendors, and stakeholders to meet timelines
- Supported database lock activities by ensuring data was complete and queries were resolved
- Assisted in training new team members on processes and systems
- Conducted site monitoring visits to ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Assisted in preparing study documentation and reports for regulatory submissions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate efficient patient recruitment strategies.
Remote Site Monitor
PPD
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Monitored site performance and ensured compliance with protocols and regulations
- Identified, tracked, and resolved study-related issues
- Escalated critical findings and followed through to resolution
- Maintained detailed documentation of monitoring activities
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams to support study timelines
- Reviewed investigational product documentation for accuracy and compliance
- Shared best practices with team members to improve consistency and quality
Site Activation Coordinator(promotion)
PPD
01.2021 - 2021
- Led coordination of study start-up activities across multiple sites
- Ensured all required documents were complete before activation
- Tracked timelines and followed up to prevent delays
- Communicated updates and risks to internal teams and stakeholders
- Supported onboarding and guidance of new team members during study start-up
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Quest Diagnostics
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Managed daily workload and ensured timely and accurate test processing
- Maintained compliance with regulatory and quality standards
- Identified and resolved issues related to testing and reporting
- Supported team operations and contributed to a high-quality work environment
- Trained and assisted new staff on procedures and workflows
- Communicated with internal and external partners to resolve concerns
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Delivery
Arizona State University
01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Xavier University of Louisiana
01.2015
Skills
- Clinical Trial Management
- Investigational Product Oversight
- Risk Identification & Escalation
- TMF Management
- ICH-GCP Compliance
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Site & Vendor Management
- Training & Mentorship
- Issue Resolution
- Data Review & Query Management
Certification
- ICH/GCP Certified
- Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS)
- Electronic Data Capture (EDC/eCRF)
Timeline
Lead In-House Clinical Research Associate II
ICON Plc
01.2022 - 01.2023
Remote Site Monitor
PPD
01.2021 - 01.2022
Site Activation Coordinator(promotion)
PPD
01.2021 - 2021
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Quest Diagnostics
01.2016 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Xavier University of Louisiana
Master of Science - Healthcare Delivery
Arizona State University