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Clinical Research Coordinator
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Focused Clinical Research Coordinator well-versed in study protocols, standard operating procedures, data management, and general trial oversight. Excellent problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented nature. Ready to bring oncology clinical research experience at a top medical and academic institution to a challenging new role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
West Hollywood, CA
12.2021 - Current
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and maintain compliance with 5 research protocols.
- Led site initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials in accordance with study timelines and budgets.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Collected, evaluated and modeled collected data.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Substantial contributions to academic manuscripts and submission to journals
- Presented original research at academic conferences, including the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Society for Behavioral Medicine (SBM)
- Established partnerships with physicians and 10 non-profit oncology organizations to support study design and participant recruitment
Clinical Research Associate
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
West Hollywood, California
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Recruited and consented research subjects and monitored progress, answered questions and provided guidance during course of clinical study.
- Implemented electronic data capturing systems. including REDCap and OnCore to adhere with clinical research guidelines.
- Facilitated quality of clinical trials by establishing project schedules and monitoring support to encourage accuracy and efficiency.
- Mentored team members by sharing suggestions and encouraging ideas to deliver successful studies.
- Conducted meetings with sponsor representatives to discuss clinical study developments.
Research Intern
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
West Hollywood, California
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Utilized job-related software to perform descriptive and multivariate statistical analysis of data.
- Prepared tables, graphs and fact sheets to summarize research results.
- Assisted with preparing project-related reports, presentations and manuscripts.
- Coded data in preparation for computer entry.
- Verified accuracy and validity of data entered in databases to correct errors.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
Elementary Education Teacher
Yavneh Hebrew Academy
Los Angeles, California
11.2017 - 06.2020
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Supervised and mentored four assistant teachers earning their credentials. I supported their goal setting, lesson planning, and provided actionable and timely feedback on a weekly basis.
- Independently facilitated the programming for after-school Coding Club in which I taught students computer programming skills and robotics.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Science Curriculum Developer
Partnership To Uplift Communities
Lincoln Heights, California
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
- Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content and tools to facilitate training globally.
- Trained newly hired science instructors on curriculum development and modeled science teaching in a summer school setting while new teachers observed.
- Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for Physical and Life Sciences.
Secondary Science Teacher
Teach For America
Watts, California
07.2013 - 05.2015
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through hands-on inquiry based science learning
- Awarded an Amgen Fellowship and received a $4000 grant to create a middle school science lab
- > 70% of 8th students in the 2013-2014 school year scored proficient or higher on science standardized testing; the highest performance in the school's history.
- Understood critical development years for adolescent minds and structured lessons to meet cognitive abilities.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents and principal.
Chemistry Teaching Assistant
University Of San Diego
San Diego, California
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Supported advanced laboratory research by assisting with experimental design, execution and results tracking.
- Identified negative trends such as groups of students missing key concepts and worked with professors to resolve concerns.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
- Tracked student attendance and calculated impact on grades for those missing excessive days.
- Checked course materials, lessons and assignments for discrepancies and helped senior teachers resolve problems.
Program Coordinator, Pediatric & Community Health
University Of California San Diego
San Diego, California
05.2012 - 09.2012
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
- Implemented programming at local schools and community centers.
- Coordinated meetings with school district officials, local farmers, and grocers to implement a "Farm-to-School" district-wide program.
- Contributed to data collection and reporting to an ongoing impact evaluation report.
- Motivated and directed staff to align operations with organizational mission using appropriate training initiatives and presentations.
Public Health Intern
University Of California San Diego
San Diego, California
05.2011 - 05.2012
- Engaged members of public in available nutrition and physical activity resources through friendly and knowledgeable support.
- Helped develop community awareness and outreach programs targeting families with low socioeconomic status.
- Taught a series of 10 nutrition and physical activity lessons to 4th and 5th grade students attending schools were >50% of students receive free or reduced price lunch.
- Led cooking demonstrations and parent informational sessions at local schools and community centers.
- Gathered, organized and analyzed data on public health concerns.
- Provided extensive clerical support to manage correspondence, files and communications.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Policy And Administration
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, California 07.2013 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And International Relations Double Major
University of San Diego
San Diego, California 08.2009 - 05.2013
Skills
- Good Clinical Practices
Accomplishments
- Awarded a Standing Ovation for Excellent Service at Cedars-Sinai Cancer Institute (April 2022) for going above and beyond expectations with ensuring patient safety.
- Documented and resolved adverse events in a pediatric clinical trial which led to protocol amendment that prevented future occurrences and enhanced patient safety.
- Supervised team of 4 staff members which led to the development of a systematic scoping review of interventions treating Post-Traumatic Stress and facilitating Post-Traumatic Growth after a cancer diagnosis.
Affiliations
BOOST Scholar, Medical Scientist Training Program Preparation, Stanford University School of Medicine
American Psychological Association
Society of Behavioral Medicine
Teach for America
Phi Beta Kappa National Honors Society
Kappa Delta Pi Education Honors Society
Software
- SPSS
- OnCore
- REDCap
- R Console
Certification
- NDSR (Nutrition and Data Science for Research)
Interests
- Physical Activity
- Nutrition
- Education
- Oncology
- Cancer Survivorship
- Medicine
Timeline
- NDSR (Nutrition and Data Science for Research)
05-2022
Clinical Research Coordinator
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
- Summary Statistics in Public Health, 2021 Johns Hopkins University Certification #: coursera.org/verify/B7GLFV6BJL44
12-2021
Clinical Research Associate
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
06.2021 - 12.2021
Research Intern
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
06.2020 - 06.2021
Elementary Education Teacher
Yavneh Hebrew Academy
11.2017 - 06.2020
Science Curriculum Developer
Partnership To Uplift Communities
06.2016 - 11.2017
Secondary Science Teacher
Teach For America
07.2013 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - Education Policy And Administration
Loyola Marymount University
07.2013 - 05.2016
Program Coordinator, Pediatric & Community Health
University Of California San Diego
05.2012 - 09.2012
Chemistry Teaching Assistant
University Of San Diego
08.2011 - 05.2013
Public Health Intern
University Of California San Diego
05.2011 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And International Relations Double Major
University of San Diego
08.2009 - 05.2013
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