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Prince Akowuah

Fort Worth,USA

Summary

Experienced Project Manager with over 5 years of expertise in leading cross-functional teams and successfully managing complex projects. Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, regulatory compliance (EUMDR, FDA, GCP), financial oversight, and using data analytics (Python, R, SQL, Tableau) to drive decision-making, enhance operational efficiencies, and ensure timely project delivery within budget constraints. Demonstrated track record of optimizing processes, mitigating risks, and fostering collaboration to achieve organizational objectives while meeting regulatory requirements.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager, Medical Safety Operations

Alcon Laboratories
01.2023 - Current
  • Spearheaded cross-functional product safety projects, delivering 95% of initiatives on time while maintaining 100% regulatory compliance with EUMDR and FDA guidelines
  • Implemented Agile methodologies across teams, enhancing project delivery speed by 20% and increasing stakeholder satisfaction by 15%
  • Conducted risk assessments and mitigation strategies, reducing project delays by 25%
  • Developed comprehensive project documentation, ensuring governance and audit readiness, resulting in a 98% compliance score during internal audits
  • Regularly presented detailed progress, risk assessments, and financial forecasts to senior leadership, facilitating informed decision-making and strategic alignment
  • Spearheaded a department-wide initiative to integrate real-time dashboards using Tableau, enabling executive-level visibility into project KPIs

Project Manager, Graduate Research

University of Houston
09.2018 - 12.2022
  • Managed $250K across five interdisciplinary research projects, reducing timelines by 25% through Agile methodologies and process streamlining
  • Conducted detailed risk analysis and implemented mitigation strategies, achieving a 30% reduction in project-related issues
  • Conducted detailed financial forecasting and cost-benefit analyses, reducing operational expenses by 15%
  • Presented findings at conferences, earning commendations for clarity and impact, contributing to a 20% increase in research grants
  • Mentored four junior researchers, improving team productivity and knowledge transfer while fostering an inclusive work environment

Clinical Research Coordinator

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
09.2017 - 08.2018
  • Directed end-to-end management of clinical research projects, including timeline development, protocol review, and site monitoring
  • Coordinated participant recruitment campaigns that exceeded targets by 20%, ensuring adequate sample sizes for trials
  • Developed and executed training programs for trial site staff, ensuring consistent protocol adherence across multiple locations
  • Enhanced operational workflows, reducing costs by 10% and improving data quality through real-time monitoring and process optimization
  • Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders, reducing trial delays by 15% and ensuring consistent adherence to protocols

Education

PhD - Vision Science

University of Houston
Houston, TX
12.2022

Doctor of Optometry -

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
06.2017

Skills

    Project Management & Methodologies: Full Project Lifecycle (Initiation to Closure), Agile (Scrum, Kanban, Hybrid), Waterfall, Risk Management, Process Optimization

    Data Analytics & Reporting: Python, R, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Financial Forecasting

    Regulatory Compliance: EUMDR, FDA, GCP, ISO Standards, Product Safety, Regulatory Submissions

    Stakeholder Engagement: Cross-functional Collaboration, Client/Vendor Management, Executive Reporting, Risk Analysis

    Tools & Platforms: Jira, SharePoint, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Workday, Microsoft 365

    Leadership & Development: Team Building, Mentoring, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution, Performance Optimization

Certification

  • Project Management Professional Certification, Google, 09/01/24, https://www.credly.com/badges/69279be6-f449-424b-9c62-2fecba5e469e/public_url
  • Risk Management Certification, American Society of Quality, 05/01/24
  • Certified Quality Auditor, American Society of Quality, 02/01/24, https://credentials.asq.org/79d814a3-c497-4620-85da-d67b3ae6b890
  • Good Clinical Practice, CITI Program, 03/01/22, https://www.citiprogram.org/verify/?wdec503ba-ad62-45cb-8c34-e9ff77e5bc05-48205221
  • Data Analytics Professional Certificate, Google, 11/01/21, https://www.credly.com/badges/41d9d258-6603-4a3f-b6c2-1b45ab4d12d7/public_url

Leadershipinitiatives

  • R&D Diversity & Inclusion Council Member, Alcon, 01/01/24, Present
  • R&D TEDx Speaker, Alcon, 01/01/24, Present

Timeline

Project Manager, Medical Safety Operations

Alcon Laboratories
01.2023 - Current

Project Manager, Graduate Research

University of Houston
09.2018 - 12.2022

Clinical Research Coordinator

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
09.2017 - 08.2018

Doctor of Optometry -

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

PhD - Vision Science

University of Houston

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