Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
Generic

Leslie R. Smith

Cedar City,UT

Summary

Dedicated and enthusiastic Clinical Operations Professional with experience in pivotal NDA and PMA trials. Strong communication skills, ability to interact effectively, good critical reasoning skills and rapid critical thinking skills by identifying issues and proactively determining solutions. Initiative-taking, flexible, positive attitude and able to work independently as well as part of a team. Thorough and in-depth understanding of Good Clinical Practice and Code of Federal Regulations. Therapeutic area: Drug Safety: HIV, Oncology, Vaccines Clinical Research Associate: Pharmaceuticals: CNS (Insomnia and migraines), female contraception, oncology and rare genetic disorder Devices: Vascular Sealant, female contraception, oncology (Breast cancer) and sinuplasty stent. Study phases: I, II, and III, Post Marketed and Registries. Companion Diagnostics: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Lupus Nephritis Types of Visits: Pre-Study, Site Initiation Visit/Investigator Meetings, Interim Monitoring visits and Close-out Visits. Highly experienced in clinical research management, with comprehensive knowledge of regulatory requirements and clinical trial operations. Strengths include strategic planning, project management, team leadership, and process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency. Notable contributions include successful implementation of improvements in clinical trial protocols resulting in enhanced data accuracy and study performance. Results-driven Clinical Research Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in clinical trial management, regulatory compliance, and data analysis. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to achieve project objectives on time and within budget. Efficient and focused professional in clinical research management. Known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks efficiently, ensuring timely project advancements. Skilled in patient recruitment strategies, regulatory compliance, and data analysis. Excel at communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to drive successful outcomes in complex research environments. Multi-talented clinical research professional proficient in handling patient information, laboratory samples, and compliance procedures for different clinical trials. Well-organized and hardworking with excellent communication and planning skills.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

President -Consulting

Reno, Wright, Smith & Partners
11.2010 - Current
  • Company Overview: Clinical Research Consulting for Pharmaceutical and Medical Device companies
  • Clinical Research Consulting for Pharmaceutical and Medical Device companies

Regional Sr. CRA, Home Based

ARC Regulatory
10.2015 - 02.2018
  • Responsible for routine monitoring at clinical laboratory sites
  • Collaborated with other monitors to perform close out visits
  • Representing CRO during trouble shooting issues which included sponsor and laboratory personnel

Consulting -Regional CRA, Home Based

BioMarin Pharmaceuticals
San Rafael, CA
11.2012 - 06.2014
  • Responsible for overall site management including all monitoring, study start-up and close out activities for a Registry and medical affairs, post marketed study

Consulting- Study Management, Home Based

SinuSys Inc.
Palo Alto, CA
01.2013 - 02.2014
  • Hired to advise the acting VP of Clinical on all pivotal study start up activities
  • Created study logs, CRFs and Regulatory binders
  • Provided guidance on SIV, IMVs and Close out visits

Consulting-Clinical Study Manager

Genomic Health
Redwood City, CA
03.2012 - 11.2012
  • Site Management of US Sites
  • Participate on study team-75 ongoing/enrolling studies
  • Project Manage study activities as well as internal operational tasks

Consulting-European Cardiac Study

Tenaxis Medical, Inc.
Mountain View, CA
01.2011 - 12.2011

Consulting-preparation for NDA submission

Map Pharmaceuticals
Mountain View, CA
02.2011 - 05.2011
  • Audit of multiple study historical documents located in the Trial Master File in preparation for NDA submission/FDA audit

Consulting- Study Manager, Pivotal study

Tenaxis Medical, Inc.
Mountain View, CA
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Managed 12 sites performed interim and study close out visits, addressing issues and proactively answered questions
  • Provided product training and support in the operating room, attending 100+ vascular procedures
  • Maintained clinical and regulatory study master files
  • Managed the site IRB and budget renewals
  • Collaborated directly with the Medical Monitor consultant on SAE/AE review and summaries for the Clinical Final Report included in the PMA submission
  • Managed the Data Management Vendor to meet submission deadlines
  • Responsible for all study site query resolution to meet database lock deadline
  • Generated Adverse Event coding
  • Managed the Biostatistician consultant to meet submission deadline
  • Created and reviewed tables included in the Clinical Final Report included in the PMA submission
  • Composed Treatment Failure Summaries for the Clinical Final Report
  • Managed the PMA timeline
  • Participated in Clinical Marketing activities domestically and internationally including tradeshows
  • Participated in post-study site audits in preparation for FDA inspection

Sr. Clinical Research Associate

Tenaxis Medical, Inc.
Mountain View, CA
09.2008 - 07.2009
  • Managed 12 sites including performing site initiation and interim monitoring visits, addressing issues and proactively answered questions
  • Created clinical and regulatory study master files
  • Provided product training and support in the operating room

Clinical Research Associate

Transcept Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Pt. Richmond, CA
04.2006 - 09.2008
  • Site monitoring including site qualification, initiation, interim and close-out visits
  • Managed 5 clinical sites addressing protocol questions/issues, enrollment/recruitment strategies and provide support
  • Design and development of protocols, consents, case report forms and subject questionnaires including IVRS set up
  • Managed a Phase I PK/PD study
  • Created and maintained study master files
  • Participated in post study site audits
  • Managed all operational aspects for a successful Investigator Meeting
  • Participated in the finalization of the Clinical Study Report for NDA submission

Executive and Clinical Research Associate

Transcept Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Pt. Richmond, CA
04.2006 - 03.2007
  • Provided co-monitoring support at investigational sites
  • Tracked study progress and provided real time reporting to Senior Management
  • Managed IRB submissions
  • Participated in vendor selection including IVRS, EDC and full service CRO
  • Worked with project planner on managing clinical timelines
  • Provided clerical support (including travel) for the Chief Medical Officer, Senior Director of clinical Operations and three full-time CRAs

Global Drug Safety Compliance & Training Specialist

Chiron Corporation
Emeryville, CA
11.2001 - 05.2005
  • Performed compliance review of 100% adverse events and reports
  • Led weekly training sessions for internal & external departments with a focus on compliance audit findings
  • Produced reports of Quality line listings
  • Created monthly statistical reports for the Global Drug Safety management team
  • Collaborated with Clinical and Regulatory groups on adverse event reporting and agency submissions worldwide
  • Project managed a Historical Project which included managing junior staff
  • Improved group processes and procedures via developing best practices and flow sheets
  • Planned for and participated in FDA audits

Education

M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Wake Forest University
01.2023

B.A. - Psychology

Penn State University, World Campus
01.2019

Health Education - Science based program including classes in Kinesiology, Anatomy and Physiology

National Holistic Institute
Emeryville, CA

Skills

  • Study design
  • Protocol development
  • Site monitoring
  • Compliance review
  • Research activity tracking
  • Audit preparation
  • Master file management
  • Clinical monitoring
  • Site Management
  • Informed consent
  • Adverse event documentation
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Clinical trial expertise
  • Trial management
  • Study monitoring
  • Leadership skills
  • Case report management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Budget Management
  • Good clinical practice
  • Study protocols
  • Documentation requirements
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Multitasking
  • Time management abilities
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Critical Thinking
  • Professionalism
  • Project Management
  • Trial oversight

Certification

Certified Clinical Research Professional, Society of Clinical Research Associates, Los Angeles, CA, 01/01/06 - 12/31/08

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Sr. CRA, Home Based

ARC Regulatory
10.2015 - 02.2018

Consulting- Study Management, Home Based

SinuSys Inc.
01.2013 - 02.2014

Consulting -Regional CRA, Home Based

BioMarin Pharmaceuticals
11.2012 - 06.2014

Consulting-Clinical Study Manager

Genomic Health
03.2012 - 11.2012

Consulting-preparation for NDA submission

Map Pharmaceuticals
02.2011 - 05.2011

Consulting-European Cardiac Study

Tenaxis Medical, Inc.
01.2011 - 12.2011

President -Consulting

Reno, Wright, Smith & Partners
11.2010 - Current

Consulting- Study Manager, Pivotal study

Tenaxis Medical, Inc.
01.2010 - 12.2010

Sr. Clinical Research Associate

Tenaxis Medical, Inc.
09.2008 - 07.2009

Clinical Research Associate

Transcept Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
04.2006 - 09.2008

Executive and Clinical Research Associate

Transcept Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
04.2006 - 03.2007

Global Drug Safety Compliance & Training Specialist

Chiron Corporation
11.2001 - 05.2005

M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Wake Forest University

B.A. - Psychology

Penn State University, World Campus

Health Education - Science based program including classes in Kinesiology, Anatomy and Physiology

National Holistic Institute
Leslie R. Smith