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Megan Allen

Whitsett

Summary

Experienced project management professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Experience across diagnostic and central laboratory testing. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Prepared to drive impactful outcomes and lead projects to success.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Project Manager - Study Design Lead II

LabCorp CLS
05.2023 - Current
  • Leveraging knowledge of technical and therapeutic area, along with company and client processes to provide an accurate Statement of Work document based on the critical analysis of study protocol documentation
  • Effective cross-functional collaboration with internal and external teams to ensure accurate Statement of Work setup including, sample handling, routing, and analysis highlighting risks and budget impacts
  • Maintaining Statement of Work and associated clinical database throughout the life of the study based on changes to the running trial
  • Acting Mentor for new, onboarding employees.
  • Enhanced project delivery, managing multiple priorities effectively.
  • Strengthened client relationships by consistently meeting project expectations.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.

Supervisor, Molecular Microbiology

LabCorp Regional Lab
02.2021 - 06.2023
  • Effectively managed approximately15 direct reports including providing coaching and developmental feedback, processing payroll and maintaining employee files
  • Held responsible for ensuring department is appropriately staffed to maintain accurate and timely sample analysis and data release within testing turnaround time
  • Managed company policies and department procedures as well as prepared and maintained quality records and documentation including effectiveness check implementation as needed for quality events
  • Responsible for efficient and accurate sequestering of positive COVID-19 samples for CDC clinical trial research
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency, introducing and enforcing quality control measures.

Consumer Genetics Services Team Lead

LabCorp
09.2018 - 02.2021
  • Assisted supervisor in oversight of daily operations
  • Attended meetings and conference calls with department management and Quality Assurance as an engaged participant
  • Evaluated new procedures and methods for effectiveness and advancement under direct supervision of department supervisor
  • Assisted in management of reviewing and assigning work
  • Assisted in the management of scheduled sample turnaround time and employee training sessions to adhere to company policy

Dermatology Medical Assistant

Chapel Hill Dermatology
04.2015 - 08.2018
  • Performed routine follow-up calls to track patient progress post-treatment, contributing to improved recovery rates.
  • Continuously updated knowledge of dermatology best practices through ongoing professional development courses and conferences.
  • Conducted initial consultations for new patients, gathering pertinent medical history information for accurate diagnoses.
  • Assisted dermatologists with various procedures, improving patient treatment outcomes and satisfaction.
  • Prepared examination rooms with necessary equipment and supplies, creating a comfortable environment for patients.
  • Maintained strict sterilization protocols for all instruments and surfaces, ensuring a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12.2024

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites, utilizing spreadsheets for data analysis, and database creation
  • Effective at adapting to dynamic environments and adhering to set timeframes
  • Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  • GCP/ICH Guidelines
  • NY State Clinical Lab Standards of Practice, Diagnostic Testing
  • High Focus on Quality Assurance

Strengths

Clinical Focus & Study Design

Digestive System Diseases, Musculoskeletal Diseases, Nervous System Diseases, Neoplasms, and Oncology.


Risk Management

Primary focus on regulatory standards and compliance to ensure accuracy in study development. Ability to proactively mitigate through risks and ensure safety of study subjects, while maintaining integrity of trial data.



Timeline

Senior Project Manager - Study Design Lead II

LabCorp CLS
05.2023 - Current

Supervisor, Molecular Microbiology

LabCorp Regional Lab
02.2021 - 06.2023

Consumer Genetics Services Team Lead

LabCorp
09.2018 - 02.2021

Dermatology Medical Assistant

Chapel Hill Dermatology
04.2015 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Arizona State University
Megan Allen