Shay Barill
Brownsburg,IN
Summary
Dynamic clinical research leader with a proven track record at Eli Lilly, excelling in relationship building and decision-making. Spearheaded rapid database locks and innovative trial strategies, enhancing participant engagement. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and driving impactful improvements, starting with fostering a solid relationship with sites and supporting them throughout their Lilly Trial experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director, Clinical Research Lead
Eli Lilly
Indianapolis, IN
10.2023 - Current
- Led site-level engagement for multiple Cardiometabolic Health trials, including EKBG, GZPL, MALO, and GZGS, ensuring alignment with enrollment goals and protocol adherence
- Conducted regular site meetings to assess trial interest, troubleshoot enrollment challenges, and support protocol implementation
- Evaluated site suitability for new trials, including Lp(a) studies, based on historical data and operational capacity
- As point CRL on the GPGN study, led the IE team through final database lock
- Collaborated with MSLs discussing potential new to Lilly investigators for upcoming trials
- Coached several new Lilly CRLs on site visits
- Provided input on system requirements for Central Clinical Services (CCS), including CRIO, Florence, and Five9, to support participant engagement and data capture
- Selected 6 New to Lilly sites already in 2025
Associate Director, Clinical Data Lead
Eli Lilly
Indianapolis, IN
01.2020 - 10.2023
- Led teams of up to 4 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Led my team through completion through one of our fastest database locks to date LPV to final DBL in 3 days. Awarded the Presidential Award for the delivery.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Associate Consultant, Clinical Laboratory Science
Eli Lilly
Indianapolis, IN
03.2015 - 01.2020
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, organization, and adherence to deadlines.
- Provided advice, made recommendations and implemented problem-solving strategies when business needed to re-energize.
- Acted as a liaison between stakeholders ensuring open lines of communication throughout project life cycle.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Participated in a project which resulted in oncology subjects being able to obtain biomarker results, potentially helping them find alternatives to their cancer diagnosis, awarded a LILLY INNOVATOR award
- Selected and participated in Connecting Hearts Abroad on a medical trip to Ghana with 4 other Lilly team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05-2003
Bachelor of Science, Medical Technology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05-1998
Skills
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Key relationship management
- Critical thinking
- Professional networking
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Timeline
Associate Director, Clinical Research Lead
Eli Lilly
10.2023 - Current
Associate Director, Clinical Data Lead
Eli Lilly
01.2020 - 10.2023
Associate Consultant, Clinical Laboratory Science
Eli Lilly
03.2015 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Science, Medical Technology
West Virginia University