Myrna-Nahisha St Hilaire
Research Area Specialist
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Dedicated research professional with 5 years of clinical research experience, specializing in patient database search, meticulous data recording, and precise instrument calibration. Possessing a wealth of experience in planning, executing, and documenting experiments to contribute valuable insights to research studies. Proficient in managing complex research challenges, adept at meeting stringent deadlines, and skilled at adapting to dynamic and evolving research conditions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Scenic Hills Christian Academy
San Antonio, Texas
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Research Area Specialist
UT Health San Antonio IHPR, Mays Cancer Center
San Antonio, Texas
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Manage the Community Health Workers (CHWs) under the “For Your Health” Care coordination program
- Create protocols and scripts to standardize care coordination, data collection and evaluation across different programs
- Developed the Research Design Studio platform that will allow for different Mays Cancer Center funded researchers to collaborate with people from the community to gain better insight and perspective on their research.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Tracked key research metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures.
Research Assistant II
Boston Medical Center
Boston, MA
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Managed all research data collection through the Electronic Medical Records and expert in REDCap
- Screened, recruited, enrolled and consented research participants over phone and email as well as educated them on study protocols
- CITI Certification obtained as well as understood and complied with good clinical practice (GCP), institutional policies and standard operating procedures
- Master’s thesis titled: A Human Centered Design Approach: Utilizing Family Voice to Drive Practice Transformation in
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
Home Health Aide
Brockton Home Health Agency
Brockton, MA
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Administered medication as directed by physician and followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Research Assistant
Tufts University
Medford , MA
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Design Computer Simulation of military drones using the game development program Unity and C# coding
- Completed CITI certification and proficiency in R software
- Create specialized programs to track participants’ use of spatial cognition in operating robots and analyze results
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
- Conducted tests on equipment and instruments for quality.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
Teacher
Brockton Public Schools Extended Day
Brockton, MA
09.2014 - 05.2018
- Provide supervision and activities for an average of 25 children from K-5th grade
- Provide one-on-one care for special needs students such as teaching them how to express and manage emotions
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Education
Master’s Degree - Medical Sciences
Boston University Graduate School of Medicine
Boston, MA 09.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor’s of Science Degree - Biopsychology
Tufts University
Medford, MA 09.2016 - 05.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts Transfer Science
Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MA 09.2014 - 05.2016
Skills
Research design
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Scenic Hills Christian Academy
09.2023 - Current
Research Area Specialist
UT Health San Antonio IHPR, Mays Cancer Center
12.2022 - 07.2023
Home Health Aide
Brockton Home Health Agency
10.2020 - 08.2022
Master’s Degree - Medical Sciences
Boston University Graduate School of Medicine
09.2020 - 05.2022
Research Assistant II
Boston Medical Center
06.2018 - 05.2022
Research Assistant
Tufts University
01.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor’s of Science Degree - Biopsychology
Tufts University
09.2016 - 05.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts Transfer Science
Massasoit Community College
09.2014 - 05.2016
Teacher
Brockton Public Schools Extended Day
09.2014 - 05.2018
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