Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Epic Revenue Cycle & Healthcare IT Project Management
Executive Snapshot
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Publications
Honors Distinctions
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S. Lyn Bass

Summary

Dynamic leader with over 7 years of experience in transforming technical operations, risk management, and regulatory training. Renowned for developing enterprise-wide compliance frameworks, implementing scalable SOP systems, and spearheading research-driven initiatives that enhance efficiency, mitigate risk, and promote institutional innovation. A unique blend of executive oversight, academic rigor, and cross-sector expertise consistently delivers value across corporate, academic, and global research landscapes. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and strategic growth within organizations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Doctoral Researcher – Health Care Management (PhD

Liberty University
08.2021 - Current
  • Leading dissertation research analyzing the impact of wearable tremor-monitoring devices on medication adherence and treatment efficacy in male patients with stage four Parkinson’s disease.
  • Developed and executed a mixed-methods study design incorporating grounded theory and quantitative analytics to evaluate patient-reported outcomes and symptom variability.
  • Designed and conducted structured interviews and focus groups; transcribed, coded, and thematically analyzed qualitative data using ATLAS.ti and Excel-based matrix coding.
  • Applied descriptive and inferential statistics (via SPSS and Excel) to analyze medication compliance, symptom tracking patterns, and outcome trends across study participants.
  • Created research protocols, informed consent documentation, and study workflows aligned with IRB compliance and ethical standards.
  • Built scalable frameworks for integrating patient insights into care model refinement, collaborating directly with care providers, caregivers, and patients.
  • Authored research documentation, literature reviews, and data summaries to inform both academic publication and practical implementation in care settings.

Consultant

Amazon Robotics
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • Architected a documentation and Smart Paper workflow, cutting ramp-up time for new writers by 45%.
  • Designed internal knowledge hubs and SOP templates now used across global robotics teams.
  • Developed work instructions and operational workflows for the Learning Solutions team, supporting a newly formed function by establishing structured cadence check-ins between the manager and team members.
  • Traveled to high-impact sites to lead operational audits, develop live training models, and optimize automation protocols.
  • Championed cross-functional collaboration between engineering, safety, and compliance units.

Technical Writer – (Risk & Compliance)

Meriplex Communications
06.2023 - 11.2025
  • Led the development of a cross-departmental documentation program supporting both internal operations and client-facing services in a SaaS environment.
  • Directed a billing workflow documentation initiative that resulted in an 89% reduction in client disputes, driving revenue integrity and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with leadership to formalize end-to-end workflows and SOPs, increasing operational clarity and standardization across 15+ teams.
  • Authored and implemented compliance-aligned SOPs, technical manuals, and visual job aids for new departments and emerging services.
  • Conducted technical editing and authored integration documentation for platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, and Microsoft 365 solutions.
  • Mentored technical writers and interns on content strategy, audit readiness, and structured documentation practices.
  • Facilitated weekly cross-functional training sessions for sales and operations teams, creating reusable instructional materials to support onboarding and compliance.
  • Assessed documentation gaps through stakeholder interviews, feedback loops, and visual workflows using Lucidchart, driving continuous improvement and interdepartmental alignment.

Chemistry and Biology Instructor

Liberty University
08.2021 - 01.2023
  • Taught and mentored over 400 students across multiple instructional design courses in both virtual and hybrid environments.
  • Developed and delivered 100+ lectures and curriculum-aligned instructional materials using advanced features of Learning Management Systems (LMS).
  • Designed grading rubrics, lab protocols, and compliance-driven instructional content aligned with academic and OSHA safety standards.
  • Supported continuous learning by creating accessible, performance-based training resources that improved student comprehension and engagement metrics.
  • Collaborated with team of faculty and researchers to align course documentation with institutional learning objectives and accreditation requirements.
  • Managed 12+ junior teaching assistants in pedagogy/adult learning fundamentals, and lab documentation protocols.

Research Assistant-Ergogenics

Liberty University
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Led documentation strategy for a controlled caffeine study, producing detailed protocols, SOPs, and outcome reports aligned with IRB and NIH requirements.
  • Synthesized data into publishable reports and academic presentations using technical writing best practices. Supported grant compliance through timely and accurate deliverables across multidisciplinary teams

Researcher (Public Health)

Medical University of Lublin
10.2019 - 04.2020

• Collaborated with international researchers during the Covid-19 pandemic to analyze clinical statistics, resulting in predictions for future outcomes related to cannabinoid usage.

• Developed a research initiative, collecting data from over 350 rehabilitation centers in 7 countries with patients recovering from substance abuse.

Assistant Researcher

Winston-Salem Uni./ Department of Transportation
06.2017 - 06.2019
  • Co-developed and submitted grant proposals, annual progress reports, and research designs in compliance with DOT, NIH, and NSF standards.
  • Created project workflows, SOPs, and templates that improved compliance audit readiness and reduced documentation errors by 30%.
  • Mentored undergraduate writers in producing technical documentation for internal research presentations.

Research Assistant – Atmospheric & Aerospace Depar

University of North Dakota
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Collaborated with a team of six NASA-affiliated scientists on federally funded research analyzing atmospheric data to enhance climate modeling and weather prediction.
  • Analyzed over 15,000 environmental data entries on air pollutants and cloud condensation nuclei, resulting in a 10% increase in forecasting accuracy.
  • Programmed the tether model using Java and Python, enabling real-time simulation of atmospheric variables and cloud formation processes.
  • Translated complex datasets into clear visual outputs for interdisciplinary stakeholders, improving accessibility for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Supported model validation, output presentation, and research briefings that contributed to ongoing NASA-affiliated environmental studies.

Education

PhD - Health Sciences (Healthcare/Risk Management)

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
09-2026

Master of Science - Biomedical Science

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
01-2023

B.S. - Chemistry

Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC
01.2019

A.S. - Chemistry

Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC
01.2017

Skills

  • Organizational Risk Leadership
  • Operational Strategy & Execution
  • Instructional Design & Regulatory Training
  • Research Oversight & Proposal Writing
  • Cross-Functional Program Management
  • Executive Escalation & Crisis Mitigation
  • Advanced Data & Impact Analysis
  • Compliance (HIPAA, SOC 2, OSHA, ISO)
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Qualitative research
  • Quantitative research
  • XAPI
  • SCORM
  • LMS Integration
  • Health care management
  • Corrective action planning
  • Agile methodology
  • Risk control
  • Project lifecycle
  • Program performance analysis

Accomplishments

  • Emerging Researchers National Conference—Chemical Research Presentation (2019)
  • President Eisenhower Research Fellow—Department of Transportation (2018)
  • National Science Foundation—Research Fellow (2018)
  • ACS & NOBCCHE Leadership Appointments (2017–2020)

Timeline

Consultant

Amazon Robotics
11.2024 - 06.2025

Technical Writer – (Risk & Compliance)

Meriplex Communications
06.2023 - 11.2025

Research Assistant-Ergogenics

Liberty University
06.2022 - 08.2022

Doctoral Researcher – Health Care Management (PhD

Liberty University
08.2021 - Current

Chemistry and Biology Instructor

Liberty University
08.2021 - 01.2023

Researcher (Public Health)

Medical University of Lublin
10.2019 - 04.2020

Research Assistant – Atmospheric & Aerospace Depar

University of North Dakota
05.2018 - 08.2018

Assistant Researcher

Winston-Salem Uni./ Department of Transportation
06.2017 - 06.2019

B.S. - Chemistry

Winston-Salem State University

A.S. - Chemistry

Durham Technical Community College

PhD - Health Sciences (Healthcare/Risk Management)

Liberty University

Master of Science - Biomedical Science

Liberty University

Epic Revenue Cycle & Healthcare IT Project Management

3 years supporting Epic Revenue Cycle–related workflows (billing documentation, HIM workflows, revenue integrity, escalation governance) and 5 years of healthcare/IT project management experience. Skilled in ServiceNow PPM for project tracking, risk/issue logging, and cross-functional coordination.

Executive Snapshot

  • Directed the implementation of a scalable SOP platform at Amazon Robotics, improving onboarding time by 45%.
  • Delivered a 78% increase in internal comprehension by launching a proprietary learning platform at Meriplex Communications.
  • Led documentation and compliance for federally funded research initiatives, securing awards from DOT, NIH, and NSF.
  • Developed enterprise training strategies aligning with HIPAA, ISO, and SOC 2 standards, increasing audit-readiness and cross-team adoption by 42%.
  • Published and presented scientific research nationally; fluent in stakeholder engagement across academic, regulatory, and corporate sectors.

Languages Tools

 Python, Tableau, Excel, SQL, Articulate, Camtasia, Confluence, Xyleme, JIRA, Amazon QuickSight, GCMS, UV-VIS, NMR

Publications

Bass, S.A., et al., 2018, Synthesis of 2-Alkylthiochroman-4-ones via Organocuprate Addition, Molecules, 23, 7, 1728

Honors Distinctions

  • Emerging Researchers National Conference Chemistry, 2019
  • Eisenhower Fellowship Award, DOT, 2018
  • Research Fellowship, National Science Foundation, 2018
  • ACS & NOBCCHE Leadership Appointments, 2017-2019

References

References available upon request.