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.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Strategy & Implementation Director, HRPP
Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene
07.2023 - 08.2025
Supervised a team of two Research Strategy Specialists within the New York State Psychiatric Institute’s Human Research Protection Program (HRPP).
Developed, refined, and implemented policies and procedures to strengthen researcher support and streamline processes, including creating and launching a centralized system for researchers to submit inquiries and request assistance from HRPP.
Guided researchers through all phases of the research project lifecycle, from concept development to study closeout.
Advised investigators and study teams on preparing and submitting research proposals in compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
Assisted in drafting study protocols, informed consent forms and other key documents to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to ethical standards.
Delivered individualized training and guidance to research staff in preparation for Site Initiation Visits.
Collaborated with HRPP subject matter experts to provide tailored, informed consultations to research teams.
Produced succinct, detail-oriented, and accurate documents, policies, reports, and announcements by synthesizing information from multiple sources.
Designed and launched an institution-wide system to enhance communication between researchers and HRPP.
Clinical Research Manager, Obstetrics & Gynecology
Westchester Medical Center
08.2014 - 07.2023
Oversaw daily operations of all clinical trials within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, ensuring efficiency and compliance with institutional, local, state, and federal regulations, including GCP, ICH, and IRB requirements.
Led start-up, on-study, and close-out activities for investigator-initiated, pharmaceutical, cooperative group, and multi-center trials.
Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to ensure consistent, safe, and efficient trial management.
Created and maintained study protocols, informed consent forms, case report forms, study tools, and other essential trial documentation.
Monitored and audited trial data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity, implementing corrective actions as needed.
Directed the growth of the department’s clinical research infrastructure, including strategies for patient recruitment and retention.
Extracted and analyzed data from multiple reporting environments to produce regular reports in standardized formats.
Managed multiple clinical trial budgets, ensuring accurate billing and collaborating with the Clinical Trials Office on contract and budget negotiations.
Guided new protocols through IRB and departmental review processes.
Coordinated the annual Medical Student Summer Research Program and oversaw all research projects for the Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program.
Mentored and onboarded newly hired Clinical Research Coordinators, fostering professional growth and team effectiveness.
Clinical Research Supervisor, Pediatrics
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
04.2007 - 08.2014
Oversaw sponsored and institutional oncology protocols for the Pediatric Sarcoma, Neuro-Oncology and Long Term follow up teams.
Provided leadership and supervised the daily activities of three Research Study Assistants.
Served as the primary research contact during a National Cancer Institute (NCI) audit, facilitating a comprehensive review of trial documents and leading the development and implementation of a Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) plan.
Directed quality assurance activities for IRB reports, FDA reports, adverse event reporting, and institutional site files.
Developed study protocols, informed consent documents, and study tools to support trial execution and compliance.
Reviewed and approved submissions for Serious Adverse Event reports, external safety reports, deviation requests, and compassionate use requests.
Collaborated with the IRB on training programs and performed ongoing monitoring for a high volume of research studies.
Determined patient eligibility and ensured adherence to protocol compliance.
Organized and maintained clinical study central files to support accuracy, transparency, and regulatory readiness.
Research Specialist, Palliative Care
Montefiore Medical Cancer Center
09.2003 - 04.2007
Coordinated grant-funded research projects in the Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit.
Developed protocols, informed consent documents, and case report forms.
Collaborated with the data team to collect and analyze qualitative data.
Conducted telephone interviews with research participants.
Played a key role in designing and developing new databases by identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving complex issues to ensure usability and functionality.
Contributed as a member of an integrated project team focused on enhancing Palliative Care within a collaborative work environment.
Designed surveys for division-wide priorities and initiatives.
Monitored research data to assess accuracy, validity and integrity.
Education
Master’s in Public Health (MPH) - Public Health Administration and Policies
Clinical Research Manager, Obstetrics & Gynecology
Westchester Medical Center
08.2014 - 07.2023
Clinical Research Supervisor, Pediatrics
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
04.2007 - 08.2014
Research Specialist, Palliative Care
Montefiore Medical Cancer Center
09.2003 - 04.2007
Bachelors of Science - Community Health Education
CUNY Hunter College
Master’s in Public Health (MPH) - Public Health Administration and Policies
CUNY Lehman College
Publications
Lim S, Dutta D, Moore J. Rifaximin For Sickle Cell Disease. Am J Hematol. 2019. Dec; 94(12): E325-E328. Epub 2019 Oct 7.
Mahony, S.O; Blank, A; Simpson, J; Persaud, J, Et Al. Preliminary Report of a Palliative Care and Case Management Project in An Emergency Department for Chronically Ill Elderly Patients. Journal of Urban Health, 2008 May; 85(3):443-51.
Biostatistician at Columbia University / Research Foundation for Mental HealthBiostatistician at Columbia University / Research Foundation for Mental Health