Kimberly McMillian
Manager, Clinical Studies
Supply,NC
Summary
Purpose-driven project manager with nearly a decade of experience in clinical research, now seeking to
transition into a career dedicated to conservation and animal welfare. As a recent graduate with a Master of
Science in Anthrozoology, I am eager to leverage my extensive project management skills and deep passion for
improving the lives of both human and non-human animals at an organization committed to positive societal
impact.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Manager, Clinical Studies
RTI International
09.2022 - Current
- Accomplishments:
- Coached and mentored two direct reports by providing targeted development plans, regular feedback, and growth opportunities, supporting their successful promotion nominations in fiscal year 2024
- Received 7 peer-nominated RTI RISE awards for exemplifying the organization’s core values
- Appointed to the Analytics Practice Area Quality Management Team for consistency in high-quality project work, contributing to quality initiatives across the division
- Responsibilities:
- In addition to the responsibilities listed below for the Research Clinical Study
- Specialist, serves as a program manager within the Center for Clinical Research, supervising a staff of six project managers
- Mentors staff in alignment with their professional development goals and the goals of the organization by offering resources, support, and feedback to staff
- Drives strategic standardization and innovation as a Project Management Champion and Quality Team member, focusing on developing project management and quality tools and resources to be utilized across the division
- Serves on the Pelvic Floor Disorders Network Communications Committee and
- Consent Committee providing expertise on how scientific information is communicated to the public and potential research participants
Research Clinical Study Specialist
RTI International
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Accomplishments:
- Appointed as a Project Management Champion for excellence and innovation in project management activities
- Inaugural recipient of the Pelvic Floor Disorders Network Data Coordinating Center’s
- Golden Pelvis Award for contributions to network operations
- Received 4 peer-nominated RTI RISE awards for exemplifying the organization’s core values
- Promoted to Program Manager within the Center for Clinical Program Management
- Responsibilities:
- Acts as the data coordinating center project manager handling operations from protocol development to project closeout for clinical trials being conducted across the Pelvic Floor Disorders Network and Neonatal Research Network
- Communicates and collaborates with clinical sites, sponsors, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle regarding protocol and network-wide operations, including conducting remote and on-site visits to network hospitals
Validation Specialist
Rho, Inc
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Identified and scheduled project deliverables, milestones, and tasks required to validate software releases
- Researched, developed, and wrote content for the validation of software products and services
- Ensured software team and customer adherence to Standard Operating Procedures, federal regulations, and quality assurance plans
- Acted as an independent quality reviewer for peer software validations as well as openly accepted critical quality reviews with the goal of producing high quality documentation to support potential audits
- Created and/or executed user acceptance tests for software under development and/or commercial off-the-shelf software products
Project Manager
Rho, Inc
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Served as project lead for multiple trials within the Atopic Dermatitis Research
- Network
- Facilitated and contributed to the development of study materials, to include clinical protocols, informed consent templates, manuals, case report forms, training materials, and study management plans
- Facilitated internal and external project meetings and delegated action items to appropriate team members to ensure quality deliverables
- Mentored and supervised Research Associates assigned to clinical projects
Associate Project Manager
Rho, Inc
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted the Project Manager with day-to-day study operations, development of study documents, and Trial Master File management
- Led clinical site training efforts and tracked training progress to confirm documentation for activation was present
- Conducted training teleconferences and refresher training with site staff as necessary
- Acted as the primary contact for the Atopic Dermatitis Research Network and Inner-City
- Asthma Consortium Publications Committees to facilitate committee review of manuscripts, track publication progress, and complete journal submissions
Research Associate
Rho, Inc
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Provided direct support for full-service federally funded clinical research trials under the supervision of the Project Manager
- Communicated with internal and external project staff to relay pertinent study updates and information
- Maintained project websites and user access to ensure relevant study materials and resources were available to the sponsor and clinical site team members
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
07.2014 - 09.2016
- Acted as a veterinary nurse for primarily canine and feline patients by recording patient history, performing physical examinations, and obtaining vital signs
- Responsible for administering or assisting with the administration of a variety of diagnostic procedures, vaccinations, and other treatment or preventive care based on veterinarian-approved care plans
- Regularly served in the role of Shift Lead prioritizing and triaging incoming patients, assigning patients and tasks to hospital staff, and conducting weekly inventory review and ordering on behalf of the Practice Manager
Education
Master of Science - Anthrozoology
Canisius University
Buffalo, NY 2020 - 2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Carolina
Wilmington, NC 2010 - 2014
Skills
- Organized and detail-oriented project management of cross-functional teams
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Empathetic, active listener committed to inclusive collaboration
- Creative and innovative problem solver
- Selection of software experience: Microsoft O365, Google Workspace, Smartsheet (Core App Certified), Adobe Acrobat Pro, SharePoint, JIRA, DocuSign, Canva, Zoom
Timeline
Manager, Clinical Studies
RTI International
09.2022 - Current
Research Clinical Study Specialist
RTI International
10.2020 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Anthrozoology
Canisius University
2020 - 2023
Validation Specialist
Rho, Inc
07.2019 - 10.2020
Project Manager
Rho, Inc
01.2018 - 08.2019
Associate Project Manager
Rho, Inc
01.2017 - 12.2017
Research Associate
Rho, Inc
09.2015 - 12.2016
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
07.2014 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Carolina
2010 - 2014
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