RACHEL BRENNAN
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Clinical research coordinator with experience working with physicians and medical staff to correlate hospital procedures with clinical trials and reports. Produced accurate documentation and reports while maintaining compassionate relationship to research participants.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anatomy Teaching Assistant
IUPUI School Of Science
Indianapolis, IN
01.2024 - Current
- Answered questions from students regarding difficult topics covered in the course material.
- Assisted faculty members in maintaining a safe environment during laboratory activities.
- Attended meetings with other teaching assistants to discuss different teaching strategies for the course.
- Conducted laboratory demonstrations, experiments, and activities related to anatomy topics.
- Created lab exams following the Professor's guidelines.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics
Carmel, IN
11.2021 - Current
- Managed clinical trials keeping protocol and regulatory compliance
- Screened, consented, and enrolled potential research patients
- Reviewed medical history to determine eligible research patients
- Ensured timely reporting of adverse events or safety concerns to monitors and study sponsors
- Took vitals such as height and weight under direct supervision of physician
- Ensured patient confidentiality and maintained trial policy records and procedure materials
- Collaborated with principal investigators to develop research objectives, study protocols and data collection strategies.
Tasting Room Associate
Sugar Creek Winery
Carmel, IN
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Coordinate private events and demonstrated education wine tastings for guests
- Responsible for opening and closing establishment
- Took orders for outgoing shipments.
Research Technician
IU Simon Cancer Center
Indianapolis, IN
02.2017 - 11.2019
- Isolated, purified, and analyzed DNA, RNA and protein using ECL staining and gel electrophoresis
- Implemented research findings in weekly lab meetings
- Performed genotyping on over 800+ mice
- Inputted and edited computer entries using biostatistical analysis
- Followed research protocols when gathering data and performing lab experiments
- Managed patient clinical samples and culture cell lines.
Autoclave Technician
IU Simon Cancer Center
Indianapolis, IN
02.2014 - 11.2019
- Managed, advised and trained new staff in proper autoclave use and processes
- Volunteered in multiple labs utilizing biological education learned during undergraduate and graduate career
- Communicated safety procedures and protocol to all staff members.
Private Nanny
Carmel
IN
03.2010 - 06.2018
- Balanced children's schedules with regular rest, play and academic hours
- Encouraged children to be independent, self-motivated, and determined by demonstrating positive behaviors
- Transported children to activities and outings with utmost safety.
Library Clerk
Carmel Clay Public Library
Carmel, IN
10.2011 - 05.2014
- Performed circulation desk duties, including greeting patrons, checking in and out library materials, registering new patrons, collecting fines and shelving books
- Assists with processing and repair of library materials
- Maintains the holds shelf, including loading and unloading daily courier containers.
Retail Sales Associate
Sundown Gardens
Carmel, IN
09.2009 - 08.2010
- Handled sales floor needs, including updating pricing and signage
- Enhanced sales with suggestions of related products and services based on purchases
- Greeted customers with friendly and welcoming attitude
- Utilized POS system to process cash, credit card, and mobile pay transactions.
Education
No degree completed. Completed first year of medical degree -
Trinity College Dublin
09.2021
MS Cellular and Integrative Physiology -
Indiana University
12.2018
BS Biology -
Indiana University Purdue University - Indianapolis
05.2017
Skills
- Laboratory results management
- Research experience
- Documentation requirements
- Organization skills
- Case report management
- Trial oversight
- Scheduling proficiency
- Time management
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
- Human Subjects Research - Group 1: Biomedical Research
- Clinical Research Coordinator Foundations (CRC) certification
- IRB Chair
Presentations
The Effects of Semaphorin 4D in Multiple Myeloma (Poster)
Publications
ECU Entrapment in a Professional Football Player (in review)
Volunteer Experience
- Wheeler Mission, Indianapolis, IN: Served meals, helped fit new shoes to residents at homeless shelter, handed out hygiene supplies and new socks
- Brightlane Learning, Indianapolis, IN: Provided one-on-one tutoring to children impacted by homelessness, worked with students to build skills and helped them complete homework, diversified teaching methods to meet student learning styles
- IU Methodist NICU, Indianapolis, IN: Met patient needs by restocking and cleaning rooms, delivering items, and obtaining qualified clinical support, assisted staff with non-clinical and clinical tasks, maintained confidentiality of patient information, comforted infants and provided care such as changing and feeding
- Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, IN: Sanitized in high-traffic areas, provided clerical support, including filing paperwork, delivered meals to patients, offered comfort items like blankets or pillows to make patients feel more at ease, maintained cleanliness of patient rooms by changing linens, tidying up, and restocking supplies
Timeline
Anatomy Teaching Assistant
IUPUI School Of Science
01.2024 - Current
Clinical Research Coordinator
Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics
11.2021 - Current
Tasting Room Associate
Sugar Creek Winery
09.2018 - 07.2020
Research Technician
IU Simon Cancer Center
02.2017 - 11.2019
Autoclave Technician
IU Simon Cancer Center
02.2014 - 11.2019
Library Clerk
Carmel Clay Public Library
10.2011 - 05.2014
Private Nanny
Carmel
03.2010 - 06.2018
Retail Sales Associate
Sundown Gardens
09.2009 - 08.2010
No degree completed. Completed first year of medical degree -
Trinity College Dublin
MS Cellular and Integrative Physiology -
Indiana University
BS Biology -
Indiana University Purdue University - Indianapolis
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