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Katherine Carson
Boston,MA
Summary
Highly skilled and results-driven professional with a Master's degree in Health Informatics and a strong background in clinical research. Experienced in developing study-specific data management practices, streamlining workflows, and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and drive impactful outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Clinical Research Specialist III
Boston Children’s Hospital
Boston, MA
12.2020 - 05.2023
- Developed study-specific data management and quality assurance practices including streamlining and improving workflow by scripting R code to automate study processes, including via API, resulting automated error detection and 60% faster study processes
- Mentored colleagues and assisted in development of REDCap databases and data collection methods
- Created and implement a comprehensive survey operations plan, including designing survey instruments and monitoring response rates
- Designed, built and managed single and multi-institutional studies; collaborated with investigators on design, development and conduct of research studies
- Sourced and evaluated test materials for acquiring cells and make purchasing decisions based on return on investment
- Assisted with analysis of research data in collaboration with research department.
- Identified the cost per participant for specimen collection to ensure accurate forecasting of budgetary requirements
- Managed relationships with third-party vendor to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of services
Survey Analyst Intern
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Seattle, WA
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Analyzed qualitative and quantitative survey data to identify opportunities to improve institutional resources, which began implementation within a month of project initiation
- This resulted in more streamlined processes and increased access to shared resources amongst researchers
- Conducted in-depth analysis of recorded participant interviews, identifying key themes and needs of institutional stakeholders
- Utilized findings to review relevant literature and develop appropriate solutions to address identified needs
- Presented survey data to multidisciplinary teams and answered questions to help streamline processes for cleaning project data for public data repositories
Clinical Research Associate
Seattle Children’s Research Institute
Seattle, WA
11.2014 - 08.2018
- Trained new employees and volunteers and developed standardized training materials
- Managed team quality assurance practices by creating manuals of procedure, standard operating procedures and by regularly auditing team documentation for completion and accuracy, which decreased the number of data entry errors and screen failures
- Built and updated study databases with customized reports to expedite data analysis and created multiple Tableau Dashboards for 3 study cohorts, which decreased time spent calculating data for study sponsor reports
- Collaborated with CDC as a study client, creating databases for 3 study cohorts & guiding the 7-site study to the new data collection platform; created and disseminated SQL queries and training resources to study locations, streamlining and standardizing the enrollment process
- Prepared presentations for hospital upper management and for CDC, which facilitated changes, including the implementation of REDCap for a national, multi-site study; and the creation of exemptions for a proposed participant payment method
- Reviewed clinical data, source documentation, case report forms and investigative site regulatory files to verify accuracy and completion.
- Created and maintained database and records filing system to document data on specimen collection, processing and storage.
Research Assistant
Seattle Children's Hospital
Seattle, WA
02.2013 - 10.2014
- Corresponded with IRB, submitted paperwork and processed changes to study documents
- Conducted a comprehensive analysis of budgetary needs
- Contacted, recruited, and consented potential study participants
- Trained study participants in study related activities and answered any questions
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
Education
Health Informatics
University of Michigan, Information & School of Public Health
Ann Arbor, MI 09.2018 - 4 2020
Bachelor of Science - Sociology; French; Public Health
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA 09.2007 - 3 2012
Skills
Tableau
Excel
REDCap
HIPAAGood Clinical Practices
Informed consent
Research SOPs
Analysis & Evaluation
Knowledgeable in Cerner
Knowledgeable in EPIC
Clinical research
Analytics and research
Software
Python
SQL
SPSS
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Timeline
Clinical Research Specialist III
Boston Children’s Hospital
12.2020 - 05.2023
Survey Analyst Intern
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
06.2019 - 09.2019
Health Informatics
University of Michigan, Information & School of Public Health
09.2018 - 4 2020
Clinical Research Associate
Seattle Children’s Research Institute
11.2014 - 08.2018
Research Assistant
Seattle Children's Hospital
02.2013 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Sociology; French; Public Health
Santa Clara University
09.2007 - 3 2012