SARAH VOSTERS
GRAND RAPIDS
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented Senior Research Associate at Optum Epidemiology, with a proven track record in project management and regulatory compliance. Expertly led diverse teams and third-party vendors to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring high-quality outcomes in all research activities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Research Associate
Optum Epidemiology
Boston
08.2022 - Current
- Provide administrative and project-specific support to Epidemiologists and Project Managers
- Act as a primary liaison for study team members and third parties (vendors, consultants, patients, and providers) for project questions
- Plan, organize, and manage data collection aspects of assigned chart abstraction or survey research activities
- Lead and manage the efforts in performance of all third-party consultants and vendors to execute project activities, according to project milestones
- Prepare materials for Institutional Review Board, National Death Index, and internal health plan approval
- Lead internal and external audit preparation activities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI06.2022
Skills
- Expertise in planning & organizing, computer literacy, problem solving & decision making, management of third-parties, risk management, and attention to detail
- Reporting requirements
- Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines, while maintaining the highest standards of quality
- Regulatory compliance
- Project management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide feedback and collaborate effectively with project team members
- Audit preparation
- Skilled ability to lead project teams and external consultants to complete complex projects within an allocated timeframe and budget
- Microsoft office
- Writing and editing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Research Associate
Optum Epidemiology
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Michigan State University
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