Clinical Research Associate - COOK COUNTY HEALTH NCORPS - Chicago, IL
(2025-06)
- Conduct oncology clinical trials per NCI/NCORP protocols and ICH-GCP, monitoring to ensure protocol, IRB, HIPAA, and regulatory compliance and participant safety.
- Manage and execute site audits and monitoring visits, documenting findings and corrective actions to ensure audit readiness and data integrity.
- Lead implementation of CAPA plans using root cause analysis (RCA) to address deviations and reduce recurrence, improving study process compliance.
- Support study management and data integrity by coordinating with investigators and clinical teams to align operational activities with protocol requirements.
- Evaluate patient eligibility via detailed chart review and coordination with referring providers and principal investigators to ensure accurate source documentation and protocol adherence.
- Perform source data verification (SDV), source data review (SDR), CRF review and routine data reconciliation in RAVE, REDCap, and EMR; resolved queries and ensured timely reporting to sponsors and regulatory bodies.
- Represent the site at tumor boards and cooperative group meetings (ECOG-ACRIN, WF, Alliance) to assess site feasibility and investigator qualifications, enabling successful trial execution.
- Coordinate patient visits and procedures (imaging, labs, oncology consults) to optimize trial workflow and participant retention.
Clinical Research Coordinator/Associate II - Neurointestinal and Motility Program - ANNE AND ROBERT H. LURIE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - Chicago, IL
(2024-11 - 2025-05)
- Facilitated presentations for clinical research teams and investigator meetings, improving cross-functional collaboration and study understanding.
- Managed operations for investigator-initiated, multi-site research projects, implementing REDCap/EDC data collection and maintaining regulatory compliance across sites.
- Composed the entire protocol development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to all relevant guidelines and requirements for regulatory services.
- Developed and executed preventive measures and CAPA to mitigate risks and ensure patient safety throughout pediatric GI clinical trials.
- Provided coaching to regulatory services team members, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency.
- Maintained essential study documents, manuals of procedures, and regulatory submissions; prepared and submitted IRB documentation and updated processes to accommodate protocol amendments, ensuring continuous compliance and audit readiness.
- Led participant recruitment and site coordination (screening, outreach, assent/consent, scheduling, specimen collection), ensuring adherence to site protocols and billing practices.
- Designed recruitment strategies and analytic tools to capture qualitative and quantitative research data for downstream analysis and sponsor reporting.
Clinical Research Coordinator - Neurosurgery - UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, CHICAGO - Chicago, IL
(2021-09 - 2024-09)
Clinical Research Coordinator/Research Assistant - Infectious Disease - UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, CHICAGO - Chicago, IL
(2020-09 - 2021-09)
- Oversaw site management activities, ensuring compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted comprehensive site pre-audits and prepared monitoring reports to confirm adherence to ICH-GCP and institutional regulations.
- Applied expertise in health administration to streamline regulatory processes and maintain compliance.
- Managed CTMS to prepare study reports and documentation for investigators, monitors, and sponsors, ensuring study data was current and accessible.
- Coordinated pre- and post-study activities and liaised with internal, external, and third-party regulatory groups to ensure compliance.
- Led subject recruitment, screening, scheduling, testing, and data management for studies including experimental devices, pharmaceutical trials, surgical interventional treatments, and observational research, ensuring accurate source documentation.
- Mentored and trained graduate medical students and staff on protocol procedures, data collection standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Drafted monitoring-ready documentation and responded to sponsor and monitor inquiries to support oversight and inspections.
Research Assistant - LIGHTHOUSE INSTITUTE - Chicago, IL
(2019-10 - 2020-09)
- Assisted in the design, development, and implementation of quantitative and qualitative research for projects involving adults with substance use disorders and criminal justice involvement.
- Performed primary data collection, entry, processing, and analysis for clinical trials, observational studies, and community-based research using interviews, surveys, focus groups, and phone evaluations.
- Supported planning, monitoring, and execution of research projects and proposed procedural and process improvements to enhance participant adherence and study outcomes.
Mental Health Counselor - HARTGROVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - Chicago, IL
(2018-06 - 2019-10)
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to review case progression and optimize individualized treatment plans, implementing evidence-based interventions to improve measurable client outcomes.
- Built trusting therapeutic relationships and applied behavior management and de-escalation techniques to support clients' developmental progress.
Youth Counselor - FOUR OAKS, AREA ABUSE SUBSTANCE COUNCIL - Cedar Rapids, IA
(2017-08 - 2018-02)
- Provided individualized care for 20+ adolescents in a structured inpatient environment, overseeing clinical, legal, and educational coordination during treatment and discharge planning.
- Delivered group and individual CBT/DBT and drug education; advised clinicians on psychological health and acted as legal advocate with schools, DCFS, and law enforcement as needed.
- Developed and implemented positive reinforcement programs to improve behavioral consistency and reduce punitive measures.
Senior Consultant - MINDSPRING PARTNERS - Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Iowa City, IA
(2015-06 - 2017-08)
- Served as one of three principal recruiters providing finance, legal, and IT recruitment expertise across client engagements.
- Managed candidate sourcing, screening, and placement for mid- to senior-level roles.
- Developed client-specific recruiting strategies and advised on hiring processes.
Senior Executive Recruiter Associate - REDLINE ASSOCIATES - Chicago, IL
(2013-01 - 2015-06)
- Secured the most new business for the firm in 10 months after promotion to a full-desk Senior Executive by employing strategic marketing to expand clientele while maintaining placement productivity.
- Created the firm's Standard Operating Procedure to streamline onboarding for new recruiters and trainees, standardizing recruitment tactics and processes.
Director of Staffing and Communications - MED STAFF ON-CALL - Chicago, IL
(2011-10 - 2013-11)
- Oversaw agency account operations including staffing, invoicing, training, regulatory compliance, and technology initiatives.
