Diana Aimee Hernandez
North Salt Lake,UT
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Equipped with a strong foundation in clinical research through leadership roles with the University of Utah School of Medicine, Care Access Research, and UC Davis. My experience includes managing complex clinical trials, overseeing regulatory compliance, supporting patient recruitment and retention efforts, collaborating with sponsors and principal investigators, and ensuring adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles and IRB requirements. My clinical research background spans multiple therapeutic areas such as Hematology, Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Gastroenterology.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Founder | Director of Business Development
DJT Business Brokers, LLC
SLC, UT
02.2019 - Current
- Co-founder of a business brokerage firm specializing in business sales, acquisitions, and strategic growth opportunities.
- Established and maintained strategic partnerships with business owners, investors, and prospective buyers across different industries to facilitate successful transactions.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance business growth and client engagement.
- Lead business development initiatives including client acquisition, networking, and market expansion strategies.
- Conduct business valuations, market research, and financial analysis to support client decision-making.
- Negotiate transaction terms and coordinated due diligence processes between buyers, sellers, attorneys, and financial professionals.
- Advise business owners on valuation strategy, exit planning, operational positioning, and market readiness to maximize enterprise value.
- Oversee daily operations, client communications, and contract management while ensuring professionalism and confidentiality throughout each transaction.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, contractual obligations, and professional compliance standards throughout business transactions and client engagements.
- Maintain accurate documentation, confidentiality protocols, and due diligence procedures to support compliant and ethical business operations.
- Manage agent operations and coordinated team efforts to ensure consistent client service, efficient transaction workflows, and adherence to company standards and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrate executive leadership in high-pressure negotiations and complex business environments requiring analytical decision-making and strategic problem-solving.
Clinical Site Success and Development Manager
Care Access Research
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Owned of all aspects of trial operations success on clinical studies including quality control, compliance, patient recruitment and retention, sponsor general satisfaction, pace of study activation, and teams’ estimation and allocation of bandwidth.
- Represented the company with academic and research organizations, sponsors, and Principal Investigators (PIs) on a national and international basis.
- Developed, implemented, and maintained Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) to ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subjects Protection (HSP) safety guidelines.
- Facilitated and supported research staff with training, certification acquisition, career development, employee engagement, and performance reviews.
- Oversaw and supported regulatory compliance, internal QA checks, IRB submissions, sponsor communications, audits, Site Evaluation Visits (SEVs), Site Initiation Visits (SIVs), and monitoring visits.
- Collaborated on site and study budgets, logistics planning and development, resource allocation, cost tracking, and project risk assessment.
- Planned for and drove site internal and external patient recruitment efforts.
- Recruited potential Principal Investigators by analyzing physician profiles and research preferences.
- Planned for and executed regional site network expansion as driven by increased patient enrollment, identification of new patient recruitment channels and referring physicians, and activation of new trial opportunities establishing new sites in the region.
- Developed and implemented data collection tools necessary for support of research outcomes, reports and proper documentation upkeep.
- Represented the organization at local and national key industry conferences related to clinical studies and clinical site development.
- Applied clinical research expertise and assist with processes and quality control at new and struggling IBD Program sites in the West Coast as appropriate.
- Identified new ideas and areas for research studies and collaborate with protocol development and research grant applications as necessary.
Lead Clinical Research Coordinator
University of Utah School of Medicine, Pediatric Neurosurgery
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Streamlined data collection processes using electronic health record systems for improved accuracy.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to elevate research standards and operational efficiency.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Monitored unit budget to meet financial objectives for spend rate and funding.
- Developed and maintained accurate and up-to-date case report forms and source documents.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date case report forms and source documents for traceability.
- Assisted in the development of Investigator-initiated protocols and national registries.
Sr. Clinical Research Coordinator
University of Utah School of Medicine, Pediatric Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Coordinated multiple pediatric oncology clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and protocols.
- Oversaw data collection processes, maintaining accuracy and integrity of trial information across studies.
- Mentored junior staff in clinical trial management, fostering a collaborative learning environment within the team.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve efficiency in trial execution and reporting timelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless communication between researchers, physicians, and participants.
- Analyzed trial outcomes to identify areas for operational improvement and enhance study effectiveness.
- Implemented quality control measures across all areas of the study process to ensure accurate, reliable data collection and analysis.
- Facilitated clinical trial progression, effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Optimized patient safety during clinical trials by diligently monitoring adverse events and promptly escalating concerns when necessary.
- Reduced protocol deviations by providing comprehensive training and support to research staff.
Clinical Research Coordinator, Cardiology
University of California
Davis, CA
01.2009 - 01.2013
Project Manager
YeeMart SC
Mexico City, Mexico
01.2008 - 01.2009
Research Assistant
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
01.2004 - 01.2007
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04-2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04-2008
Skills
- Business development
- Strategic partnerships
- Customer relations
- Operations management
- Command of professional Business English and Spanish (written and spoken)
- Management team leadership
- Project management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Access)
- Data and statistical analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Adept at working with Windows 10 & 11, Mac OSX and Linux operating systems
- Proficient in Oracle Systems, REDCap, OnCore, Rave, Inform, IBM Clinica, IRT, Trifecta, OpenClinica
Certification
- Commercial Real Estate Licenced
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRC); ACRP
- IATA Certified
- HIPAA Certified
- GCP Certified
- Certified Spanish Medical Interpreter
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Co-Founder | Director of Business Development
DJT Business Brokers, LLC
02.2019 - Current
Clinical Site Success and Development Manager
Care Access Research
01.2017 - 02.2019
Lead Clinical Research Coordinator
University of Utah School of Medicine, Pediatric Neurosurgery
01.2015 - 01.2016
Sr. Clinical Research Coordinator
University of Utah School of Medicine, Pediatric Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant
08.2013 - 01.2015
Clinical Research Coordinator, Cardiology
University of California
01.2009 - 01.2013
Project Manager
YeeMart SC
01.2008 - 01.2009
Research Assistant
Brigham Young University
01.2004 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Brigham Young University