Faith C. Bashore

Highly self-motivated and organized clinical research professional with over a decade of experience in healthcare and research environments. Nearly two years of specialized experience in Phase 1 oncology clinical trials and extensive experience in Phase 2/3 neurology and cardiology studies. Skilled in protocol development, regulatory coordination, site management, safety monitoring, vendor oversight, and clinical data integrity.

Proficient in collaborating with Sponsors, CROs, PIs, and multi-disciplinary teams to execute studies with precision, compliance, and efficiency.

Clinical Research Coordinator (Phase 2/3 Clinical Trials) - Conquest Research - Arlington, VA

(2025-03)

• Develop study protocols specific to neurology/cardiology endpoints.
• Participate in feasibility assessments and site qualification.
• Draft and finalize study documents including protocols, IB, ICF, and CRFs.
• Coordinate neurological and cardiac assessments including EEG, ECG, MRI, and biomarkers.
• Support regulatory submissions including IND/CTA filings.
• Train site staff, manage vendors, and ensure operational readiness.
• Monitor patient safety, AE/SAE, and device malfunction reporting.
• Conduct monitoring visits and oversee data quality and protocol adherence.
• Manage IP accountability, imaging vendors, and external data sources.
• Support DSMB submissions, trend analysis, and safety signal tracking.
• Assist in database lock, CSR contribution, and inspection readiness.

Clinical Research Coordinator (Phase 1 Cancer Clinical Trials) - NEXT Oncology - Fairfax, VA

(2023-03 - 2024-08)

• Reduced protocol deviations by 20% through improved study alignment and execution.
• Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to ensure drug accountability and compliance.
• Delivered targeted drug handling training reducing medication errors by 15%.
• Improved SAE reporting efficiency by 20% through streamlined documentation processes.
• Enhanced patient consent accuracy by 15% through clarifying communication strategies.

Lead Clinical Research Associate - George Mason University - Fairfax, VA

(2020-01)

• Led operational teams with coaching, mentorship, and performance tracking.
• Managed timelines, budgets, and risk plans reducing operational delays.
• Oversaw CROs and vendor activities ensuring protocol compliance and quality.
• Supported protocol development and IRB submissions.

Lead Clinical Research Associate - Inova Fairfax Hospital - Fairfax, VA

(2022-07 - 2023-03)

• Developed study manuals reflecting regulatory and operational requirements.
• Led resource allocation, quality planning, and study milestone management.
• Coordinated national health system collaborations for NIH clinical trials.

Lead Clinical Research Associate - National Institutes of Health (NIH)

(2021-09 - 2022-07)

• Collaborated on protocol development and grant submissions.
• Managed IRB submissions including amendments and renewals.
• Coordinated implementation of national multi-site clinical trials.

Clinical Research Associate - Inova Translational Medicine Institute

(2016-07 - 2019-10)

• Maintained strong working relationships with interdisciplinary and external teams.
• Ensured regulatory compliance with GCP/ICH and FDA requirements.
• Managed monitoring activities within Medidata Rave EDC systems.

Clinical Research Assistant - Inova Translational Medicine Institute

(2012-07 - 2016-07)

• Screened patients according to protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria.
• Trained new research staff on screening and ethical conduct.
• Coordinated specimen collection and participant workflow.

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration - California Coast University

Associate Degree - ECPI College of Technology