Maram Sofiany

Mixed-methods health researcher with experience in patient recruitment, qualitative interviewing, thematic analysis, questionnaire administration, and research operations within healthcare and academic environments. Experienced in qualitative coding using NVivo, REDCap survey and data management, research communications, and stakeholder engagement. Co-author on four peer-reviewed publications and lead author of a published systematic review protocol.

Research Assistant – Rehabilitation Outcomes in COVID Patients - Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)

(2022-06 - 2022-08)

• Performed data extraction and qualitative data analysis.
• Mentored medical students during systematic review processes.
• Supported development of research reports and evidence synthesis.

Research Assistant – CP-Life Research Centre - Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)

(2021-01 - 2021-03)

• Contributed to development of a published systematic review protocol.
• Conducted qualitative data analysis and research support activities.
• Presented findings to principal investigators and medical students.

Administrative Assistant – Radiology Department - St Vincent's Private Hospital

(2023-05 - 2023-05)

• Managed appointment scheduling and patient administration workflows.
• Cleared historical referral backlog and improved operational efficiency.
• Performed data entry, records management, and documentation support.

Research-related responsibilities - Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)

(2021-01 - 2023-05)

Conduct mixed-methods healthcare research involving participant recruitment, qualitative interviewing, and evidence synthesis.

• Design and manage REDCap surveys, research workflows, and participant data collection processes.
• Perform qualitative transcription, coding, and thematic analysis of patient and healthcare professional interviews.
• Support systematic reviews, study outcome measure selection, and research documentation activities.
• Edit and proofread manuscripts, qualitative extracts, and publication materials.
• Develop project websites and digital research content using WordPress.
• Create infographics, recruitment materials, and research communications using Canva.
• Coordinate stakeholder communication, project meetings, and operational research activities.
• Increased engagement on the project's social media platform by 275%.

MB, BCh BAO (NUI, RCSI), LRCP&SI - Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (2017-01 - 2023-12)