Sam Gillund
Director of Project Operations
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Highly motivated and detail oriented clinical research professional bringing 12+ years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Experience in data collection, customer relations, and coordinating projects, programs and improvements. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Project Operations
Nucleus Network Minneapolis
10.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Evaluated company documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for organization.
Associate Director of Project Management
Nucleus Network Minneapolis
07.2019 - 09.2023
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Prism Clinical Research
10.2015 - 07.2019
- Participated in initiation visits and implementing trials in accordance with study timelines and budgets.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
- Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
- Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
Research Assistant
Prism Clinical Research
10.2011 - 10.2015
- Collected research data through surveys and clinical/laboratory procedures. Laboratory sample collection, processing, inventory, and shipment per IATA standards.
- Conducted tests on equipment and instruments for quality.
- Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Scheduled appointments with test subjects over phone and through email.
Medical Scribe
Elite Medical Scribes
05.2010 - 09.2011
- Verified medical terminology and codes to deliver accurate and up-to-date information.
- Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
- Attended patient appointments and wrote narrative account of events using proper abbreviations, grammar, and spelling.
- Collaborated with team members to share knowledge and keep workflow moving smoothly.
- Expertly transcribed medical reports for variety of physicians in hospital setting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Saint John's University
Collegeville, MN05.2010
Skills
- Client Relations
- Team Leadership
- Corrective Actions/Preventative Actions
- Operational Procedures & Efficiency
- Quality Assurance Procedures
- Project Management
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Clinical Research
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
Timeline
Director of Project Operations
Nucleus Network Minneapolis
10.2023 - Current
Associate Director of Project Management
Nucleus Network Minneapolis
07.2019 - 09.2023
Clinical Research Coordinator
Prism Clinical Research
10.2015 - 07.2019
Research Assistant
Prism Clinical Research
10.2011 - 10.2015
Medical Scribe
Elite Medical Scribes
05.2010 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Saint John's University