ERICA GUERRIDO
Jacksonville
Summary
Public Health Specialist and Certified in Public Health (CPH) with 10+ years of experience in program management, research administration, and health equity initiatives. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage federal grants, negotiate contracts, and implement evidence-based programs that improve population health. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, compliance oversight, and community outreach with a track record of supporting large-scale, multi-site research and public health programs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research and Compliance Administrator
University of Florida
01.2020 - Current
- Negotiated and processed 680+ research contracts and agreements (confidentiality, data use, clinical trial) across 6 clinical departments, ensuring compliance with NIH, IRB, HIPAA, and state regulations.
- Supported faculty and investigators in securing $X million+ in sponsored funding through compliant proposal preparation and submission to federal, state, and corporate agencies.
- Managed research participant payment system for 300+ studies annually, streamlining disbursements and improving financial accountability.
- Served as primary liaison with industry sponsors and CROs, reducing contract turnaround time by X% through process improvements.
- Delivered training and policy guidance to faculty and staff, strengthening institutional compliance and efficiency.
Adjunct Professor, Public Health
University of North Florida
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Taught undergraduate and graduate courses in Public Health (average class size: 40 students) in hybrid and online formats.
- Designed and delivered curriculum for courses including Physical Activity & Public Health, Human Diseases, Medical Terminology, and Sexuality Education.
- Recognized for engaging, evidence-based instruction that improved student understanding of population health.
Research Coordinator
University of Florida
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Coordinated multi-site, federally funded studies focused on obesity prevention, aging, and systems of care; ensured protocol compliance, recruitment, and retention of 200+ participants.
- Supervised and trained 18 Community Health Workers, building clinic–community partnerships to address health disparities.
- Led data collection, analysis, and reporting for NIH, PCORI, and SAMHSA projects, presenting findings to stakeholders and funders.
- Managed cross-departmental collaborations with clinicians, community leaders, and academic partners to strengthen program outcomes.
Program Assistant
Center for Health Equity & Quality Research
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Supported federal grant applications (NIH, HRSA, SAMHSA), performing literature reviews, editing proposals, and processing payments.
- Coordinated departmental operations, including budgeting, scheduling, travel, and reporting using PeopleSoft.
- Contributed to special projects such as e-learning module development, College of Medicine Research Day, and Global Health Program events.
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) -
Northeastern University
Boston, MABachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FLSkills
- Compliance monitoring
- Project management
- Good clinical practices
- Classroom management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Strategic negotiation
Websites
Certification
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) – NBPHE (2018–Present)
- CPH Ambassador – NBPHE (2024–2026)
- Notary Public, State of Florida (expires 2027)
Core Competencies
- Program Management
- Grant Administration
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Budget Oversight
- Policy Implementation
- Contract Negotiation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Health Promotion
- Teaching & Training
- Research Compliance
Timeline
Research and Compliance Administrator
University of Florida
01.2020 - Current
Adjunct Professor, Public Health
University of North Florida
01.2020 - 01.2024
Research Coordinator
University of Florida
01.2015 - 01.2020
Program Assistant
Center for Health Equity & Quality Research
01.2011 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Florida
Master of Public Health (MPH) -
Northeastern University
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