GRACE A. ROGERS
O'Fallon,Illinois
Summary
Experienced in coordinating patient information, laboratory samples, and compliance documents for a wide range of clinical trials. Versatile and knowledgeable professional in the field of clinical research. Strong focus on organization and attention to detail. Excels in planning and problem-solving, ensuring smooth operations throughout the trial process. Expertise lies in effectively maintaining relationships with patients, managing diverse tasks and maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Study Assistant II - Neurology
Washington University
05.2025 - Current
- Educated patients regarding all facets of clinical study participation.
- Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
- Monitored patient safety throughout clinical trials and reported any adverse events.
- Followed clinical research protocols and conducted study visits in compliance with ICH/GCP and FDA regulations.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials following study timelines and budgets.
- Managed patient recruitment, informed consent process and data entry to support trial objectives.
- Coordinated and monitored clinical trial activities to support timely and accurate completion of studies.
- Collaborated with clinical staff and other healthcare professionals to support clinical trial data accuracy.
- Prepared and maintained regulatory documents for clinical trial submissions.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Phlebotomy Intern
LabCorp
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
Clinical Research Assistant Intern
NIH / NIDA
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Educated patients regarding all facets of clinical study participation.
- Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials following study timelines and budgets.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
- Followed clinical research protocols and conducted study visits in compliance with ICH/GCP and FDA regulations.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Contributed to the Aging and Marijuana: Benefits, Effects, and Risks (AMBER) and SONIC (Study on Nutrition, Insulin, and Cannabis) Studies
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavioral Analysis
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA02-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hampton University
Hampton, Virginia05.2025
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Saint Louis School of Phlebotomy
St Louis, MO12-2025
Graduation - undefined
Crossroads College Preparatory School
Saint Louis, Missouri05.2020
Skills
- Clinical research studies
- Clinical data entry
- Lead research
- Nutrition research
- Emergency response training
- Medical records management
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Public speaking
- Leadership
- Classroom support
- One-on-one and small group instruction
- Effective communication
Certification
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) for Clinical Trials with Investigational Drugs and Medical Devices (U.S. FDA Focus) - June 3, 2024 | Expires: June 3, 2027
- Human Research CITI Training - June 3, 2024 | Expires: June 3, 2027
- Biomedical Research Investigators and Key Personnel CITI Training - June 3, 2024 | Expires: June 3, 2027
Affiliations
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®
- The United States Pony Clubs, Inc.
Timeline
Phlebotomy Intern
LabCorp
11.2025 - 12.2025
Clinical Research Study Assistant II - Neurology
Washington University
05.2025 - Current
Clinical Research Assistant Intern
NIH / NIDA
05.2024 - 07.2024
Graduation - undefined
Crossroads College Preparatory School
Master of Science - Applied Behavioral Analysis
Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hampton University
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Saint Louis School of Phlebotomy