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Education
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Yamrot Bekele

Yamrot Bekele

Las Vegas

Summary

Analytical Researcher with expertise in Cognitive Psychology and a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology. Skilled in data analysis using SAS, SPSS, and REDCap, with a strong foundation in biostatistics. Proven track record in leading public health initiatives and clinical research, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring compliance in clinical trials. Experienced in technical writing and disease surveillance, with a commitment to advancing research through innovative methodologies.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Clinical Research Coordinator /Research Administrator

UNLV School of Medicine
Las Vegas
01.2024 - Current

Led coordination for MIRA Virtual Incision FDA MIGS clinical trial, ensuring subject screening and informed consent compliance.

Maintained regulatory documentation, including binders, logs, and audit preparations for monitoring visits. Managed data abstraction and entry for subjects

Coordinated research activities with surgeons, residents, and PI to optimize study progress and scheduling.

  • Drafted and submitted IRB amendments and continuing reviews through Cayuse to uphold regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborated with departmental leaders to monitor research timelines and deliverables across multiple projects.
  • Conducted internal QA reviews to rectify documentation inconsistencies and enhance data integrity.
  • Trained residents and new coordinators on study protocols, GCP principles, and documentation standards.

Epidemiologist/MPH/Data Analyst

Norfolk, VA
Norfolk
01.2024 - Current
  • Serve as the Data Coordinator for the project. Conduct a literature review to better understand the primary barriers and contributing factors that may be impacting mammography access and survivability, particularly for Black women, in communities similar to Portsmouth.
  • Developed and implemented research protocols to assess the impact of disease in a population.
  • Analyzed statistical data to identify patterns, correlations, and trends related to public health concerns.
  • Conducted field studies on environmental factors that may influence the spread of infectious diseases.
  • Created reports on epidemiological findings for government agencies and healthcare organizations.
  • Designed educational materials to raise awareness about public health issues.
  • Collaborated with other researchers to develop new methods for collecting epidemiological data.
  • Evaluated existing surveillance systems used by public health programs.

Lead Registered Behavior Technician

Centra autism center
Virginia Beach
08.2021 - Current
  • Assisted with building life and social skills that are useful for everyday activities and interactions.
  • Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
  • Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans based on assessments.
  • Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
  • Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
  • Collaborated with families to provide support strategies for home-based interventions.
  • Assisted in the development of communication systems using visual supports such as picture exchange systems.
  • Engaged in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Resident Assistant

Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach
09.2019 - 04.2021
  • Motivated students to become involved on campus.
  • Supervised and monitored activities of residents in the dormitory to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
  • Coordinated student events such as movie nights, game nights, and other social activities.
  • Assisted students with problem resolution through mediation and conflict management techniques.
  • Responded to emergency situations within the residence hall.
  • Conducted weekly floor meetings to discuss safety protocols, campus resources, and upcoming events.
  • Developed positive relationships with all members of the residence hall community.

Research Analyst

Eastern Virginia Medical School
Norfolk
12.2019 - 06.2020
  • Contributed to MMPI research data pool by collecting and organizing information from Medical sources.
  • Conducted primary and secondary research to identify relevant information for project development.
  • Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and interviews with experts.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.
  • Performed literature reviews to ensure accuracy of results.
  • Organized and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data using statistical software packages such as SPSS or STATA.

Education

Master of Science - Epidemiology

Eastern Virginia Medical School
Norfolk, VA

Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience/Psychology

Virginia Wesleyan University
Norfolk, VA

Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology

Walden University

Skills

  • Leadership skills
  • Clinical trial management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Research protocol development
  • Informed consent processes
  • Epidemiological methods
  • Public health research
  • Statistical reporting
  • IRB submissions
  • Biostatistics
  • Attention to detail
  • Clinical data management

Certification

  • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
  • Leadership Team Member
  • NSLS

Accomplishments

  • Coordinated clinical research project with participants.
  • Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.

Languages

  • Amharic, Native/ Bilingual
  • English, Native/ Bilingual

Activities

  • Member, Small Business Association (2008 - present)
  • Member, Alumni Association
  • National leadership and honor society
  • Vice president at NSLS VWU
  • Public relation at ASA( AFRIACN STUDENT ASSOCIATION)@VWU

Timeline

Lead Clinical Research Coordinator /Research Administrator

UNLV School of Medicine
01.2024 - Current

Epidemiologist/MPH/Data Analyst

Norfolk, VA
01.2024 - Current

Lead Registered Behavior Technician

Centra autism center
08.2021 - Current

Research Analyst

Eastern Virginia Medical School
12.2019 - 06.2020

Resident Assistant

Virginia Wesleyan University
09.2019 - 04.2021

Master of Science - Epidemiology

Eastern Virginia Medical School

Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience/Psychology

Virginia Wesleyan University

Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology

Walden University