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Joy Jurnack
RN, CCRC, FACRP, CRA
The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama
Summary
Experienced Clinical Research Professional with over 30 years of proven success in the field. Skilled in developing and implementing effective human subject research protocols and clinical trials. Committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants. Adept at managing and collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including clinical research personnel, working groups, agencies, and institutions. Strong dedication to maintaining data integrity throughout the research process. Known for fostering a collaborative team environment and providing leadership. Reliable and ready to contribute significantly to advancing clinical research initiatives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Associate
RegenLab, USA, LLC
12.2022 - 10.2024
- Evaluate and validate data collected by RegenLab 12 research sites by 75% in 12-months.
- Evaluate site's adherence to all applicable regulations and guidance for research.
- Maintained site monitoring schedules to facilitate effective communication with members of clinical team.
- Reviewed clinical data, source documentation, case report forms and investigative site regulatory files to verify accuracy and completion.
Quality Assurance Specialist
Care Access
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Evaluate site's adherence to all applicable regulations and guidance for research.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Ensured protocol compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on relevant standards and guidelines, implementing necessary changes to maintain conformance.
Manager, RSG Solutions
BBK Worldwide
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Facilitated relationship with multidisciplinary team to incorporate nursing expertise
- Developed and implemented decentralized solutions using patient focused approach
Research Administration
Wilmington Health Research, Innovo Research
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Developed initial Standard Operating Procedures for Conducting Clinical Research.
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve overall operational efficiency by identifying areas for process improvement within the research administration office.
- Facilitated training sessions on various topics related to research administration, enhancing staff competencies and knowledge base.
- Conducted regular audits of internal procedures to identify areas for improvement within the research administration process.
Senior Director, Site Engagement
Slope
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Planned and integrated project and program schedules.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
Research Nurse
Northwell Health
02.2014 - 04.2019
- Expedited study timelines by efficiently coordinating participant scheduling, follow-up appointments, and data entry tasks.
- Reduced protocol deviations by providing thorough training on study procedures to both staff members and participants alike.
- Ensured patient safety and adherence to ethical standards by carefully monitoring study procedures and reporting any deviations.
Education and Training Manager
NYU School of Medicine, Institutional Review Board
10.2009 - 08.2013
- Project Director for PI Lecture Series and Research Ethical Symposiums
- Established a culture of continuous learning, promoting professional development opportunities for all employees across the organization.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training programs using various assessment tools, providing valuable feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
- Site management
- Pharmacovigilance
- Detailed documentation
- Electronic data capture
- ICH guidelines
- Informed consent process
- Adverse event reporting
- Source document verification
- Quality control
- Team Training
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Protocol adherence
- Interactive management
- Good clinical practice
Committee
- PRIM&R Member Poster Abstract Sub-Committee, 2011
- Health Literacy Committee Member, NYU Langone Medical Center, 2010-2013
- PRIM&R Membership Committee, 04/2012 to 12/2017
- PRIM&R Co-Chair, 01/2017 to 12/2017
- ACRP Ethics Committee, 01/2015 to 12/2016
- ACRP NY Chapter Professional Education Committee, 2010 to 2013, 2016 to 2018
- ACRP Academy Board of Directors Member, 01/2017 to 12/2021
- ACRP Academy Board Treasurer, 01/2019 to 12/2019
- Northwell Institutional Review Board E member, 01/2019 to 05/2020
- ACRP Fellowship Committee Member, 05/2021 to 05/2023
- ACRP Core Competency Framework Working Group, 05/2023 to Present
Abstracts
- A Pilot Project: Quality Assurance of Rereview: Exempt and Expedited Study Submissions, 2010 PRIM&R Annual Conference, 12/01/10
- Assessing Reading Levels of Informed Consent at Three IRBs, 2011 PRIM&R Annual Conference, 12/01/11
- Developing Indicators for Measuring Quality of Exempt and Expedited Reviews, 2011 PRIM&R Annual Conference, 12/01/11
- Reaching Investigators in a Grand Rounds Forum, 2012 PRIM&R Annual Conference, 12/01/12
- OUTREACH: Is It an Effective Tool for Reaching Out to the Research Community at NYUSOM?, 2012 PRIM&R Annual Conference, 12/01/12
- IRB Forms and Process: Providing Fundamental Support to Our Research Community, 2012 PRIM&R Annual Conference, 12/01/12
- Working with Central IRB's: Tips to Speed Up Institutional Approval, 2017 Clinical Research Day at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, 09/01/17
Publications
- On the Job: Tackling Waste in Clinical Research, Clin Res 31(4), 46-47.
- Shedding Light on the Impact of the Revised Common Rule on the Informed Consent Document, Clin Res 33(10).
- Savvy CRCs Make Task Prioritization a Priority, Clin Res Blog. AUG 13, 2019.
- Making Sure the Public Understands Clinical Research in this Teachable Moment, Clin Res Blog, Aug 5, 2020.
- Two Questions and Five Suggestions Before You Begin Implementing Decentralized Trials, Clin Res Blog, June 22, 2021.
- Decentralized Clinical Trials: Perspectives for Clinical Research Professionals, (White Paper). Association of Clinical Research Professionals, March 2022.
Professional Associations
- Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), 1997 - Present
- Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research (PRIM&R), 2009 – 2020
- Fellow of the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (FACRP), 2018 – Present
Certification
Certified Clinical Research Coordinator, Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP)
Work Availability
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Affiliations
- Fellow, ACRP
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchSoftware
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Research Associate - RegenLab, USA, LLC
12.2022 - 10.2024
Quality Assurance Specialist - Care Access
10.2021 - 10.2022
Manager, RSG Solutions - BBK Worldwide
04.2021 - 06.2021
Research Administration - Wilmington Health Research, Innovo Research
07.2019 - 01.2021
Senior Director, Site Engagement - Slope
05.2019 - 07.2020
Research Nurse - Northwell Health
02.2014 - 04.2019
Education and Training Manager - NYU School of Medicine, Institutional Review Board
10.2009 - 08.2013
Edna McConnell Clark School of Nursing - Associate of Science, Nursing