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Kate Hansen
Menlo Park,CA
Summary
Former collegiate athlete and clinical research coordinator with training in neuroscience research and experimental methodology. Experienced in patient interaction, team-based environments, and independent thesis work. Committed to a career in medicine grounded in scientific inquiry and collaborative care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinate daily operations for clinical research studies in accordance with protocol, GCP, and institutional guidelines
- Manage study visits, including scheduling, data collection, and follow-up to ensure protocol adherence.
- Coordinate specimen collection, processing, storage, and shipment per study requirements.
- Worked closely with study participants during clinical visits, performing 12-lead ECGs per protocol.
Student Lab Researcher
Bates College
Lewiston, ME
09.2020 - 05.2025
- Completed 20+ stem courses, gaining hands-on experience with various lab techniques (e.g. Protein Purification, Column Chromatography, NMR) to support experimental design and data analysis.
- Analyzed and interpreted experimental data using Python and R to identify trends and insights.
- Presented research findings to faculty and peers, effectively communicating complex data-driven conclusions.
- Collaborated with team members to refine methodologies and ensure accuracy in data analysis.
Clinical Shadowing in Neurology
HOAG Presbyterian Hospital
Newport Beach, CA
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Shadowed a neurologist, gaining firsthand experience in patient consultations and treatment plans for sleep disorders.
- Observed spinal surgeries, learning about surgical techniques and the neurological impact of spinal conditions.
- Developed a deeper understanding of patient care and medical decision-making in neurology.
Doctor's Assistant
CH, DDS & Associates
Palo Alto, CA
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Assisted in chairside procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and patient care.
- Managed instrument sterilization, organized operatories, and maintained dental supply inventory.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Neuroscience
Bates College
Lewiston, ME05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience Foreign Study Program
DIS Copenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark05-2024
Skills
- Microsoft Office and Google Sheets skills
- Documentation management
- Good clinical practices
- Electronic data capture
- Clinical trial management
- Scheduling proficiency
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking and organizational skills
- Patient education
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Accomplishments
- Bates College Dean’s List - Recognized for academic excellence (GPA ≥ 3.92), 3-time recipient
- NESCAC Conference All-Academic Award - Women’s Volleyball, 4-time recipient
- Academic All District Team - NCAA Division III (Regional All-American recognition), 2-time recipient
- NESCAC Sportsmanship Award – Bates College Women’s Volleyball Team, 2021
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR & AED
American Heart Association | Active through June 2027
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) E6(R2)
Mass General Brigham Human Research Affairs
Completed June 2025 | Recertification due June 2028
- Clinical Research Boot Camp
Mass General Brigham Human Research Affairs
Completed June 2025 | Recertification due June 2028
- ECG for Research Staff (Didactic)
Mass General Brigham Office of Clinical Research
Completed June 2025
AWARDS AND HONORS
- Bates College Dean’s List - Recognized for academic excellence (GPA ≥ 3.92), 3-time recipient
- NESCAC Conference All Academic Award - Women's Volleyball, 4-time recipient
- Academic All District Team - NCAA Division III (Regional All-American recognition), 2-time recipient
- NESCAC Sportsmanship Award - Bates College Women’s Volleyball Team, 2021
ATHLETICS AND LEADERSHIP
- Women’s Volleyball Team - Bates College
- Four-Year NCAA Varsity Athlete – Key team member, contributing to competitive success and program culture.
- Conference Leader in Service Aces – Led the league as a freshman and consistently impacted team performance.
- Strong Time Management & Teamwork Skills – Balanced athletics, academics, and research while excelling as a leader in a high-performance environment.
VOLUNTEERING AND EXTRACURRICULAR EXPERIENCE
- Team IMPACT Lead – Facilitated outreach between student-athletes and a child with serious health conditions, strengthening team-family connections.
- Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Member – Fostered strong engagement between student-athletes, the campus community, and local organizations, advocating for student-athlete interests and promoting campus involvement.
Interests
Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator
Massachusetts General Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Clinical Shadowing in Neurology
HOAG Presbyterian Hospital
06.2023 - 06.2023
Student Lab Researcher
Bates College
09.2020 - 05.2025
Doctor's Assistant
CH, DDS & Associates
08.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor’s of Science - Neuroscience
Bates College
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience Foreign Study Program
DIS Copenhagen