Maria Zonfrillo

Data-driven problem solver with a proven track record of delivering actionable insights. Extensive experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to anticipate and meet unique data needs. Adept at translating complex technical concepts into clear, everyday language. Fast learner who thrives on new challenges. Thoughtful and detail-oriented, while keeping an eye on the big picture.

Data Analyst at Rhode Island Public Health Institute (2024-11 – Present)

• Provide comprehensive data analytics across RIPHI's initiatives—including Open Door Health, Rhode Island's first and only LGBTQ+ clinic—supporting over 7,000 patients across clinical, operational, financial, and research domains
• Utilize SQL and AthenaOne reporting tools to develop and maintain reports that guide clinical quality improvement
• Support grant applications with customized reporting
• Contribute to peer-reviewed publications and research initiatives
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of providers, nurses, scientists, and researchers to ensure data solutions are actionable, accurate, and aligned with organizational priorities
• Implemented Snowflake (SQL) integration with the EMR system to enhance data accessibility, scalability, and long-term analytics infrastructure

Population Health Analyst at Thundermist Health Center (2022-01 – 2024-09)

• Provide reporting and analytics for a Value Based Care program overseeing 30,000+ patients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of data delivery
• Collaborate with internal teams and external organizations to assess and translate data requirements into actionable reports using advanced SQL queries and Excel
• Deliver comprehensive reports and visualizations to effectively communicate clinical quality metrics, patient outcomes, and the impact of improvement initiatives to diverse stakeholders
• Facilitate data-driven decision-making by presenting insights that highlight key trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for strategic interventions

Research Assistant at Brown University (2019-10 – 2022-01)

• Independently enrolled 120+ participants into an observational alcohol research study for 15-20 year olds
• Developed and maintained 4 Access databases for participant tracking
• Built queries and formulas (Excel and Access) that reduced the time of study maintenance tasks by half
• Sustained high retention and protocol adherence among participants

Clinical Research Assistant at Hasbro Children's Hospital (2018-07 – 2019-10)

• Enrolled 70 participants into an intervention for asthmatic children and their parents
• Managed and created REDCap reports to facilitate participant tracking
• Facilitated process evaluation via focus groups with community stakeholders designed to improve retention and study design
• Collaborated harmoniously with an interdisciplinary team of clinicians, principal/coinvestigators, community health workers, and consultants

Intern at Hasbro Children's Hospital (2017-09 – 2018-05)

• Worked on two NIMH funded projects concerning adolescent trauma, biomarkers, and suicidal ideation
• Performed data entry using REDCap and Excel
• Prepared devices for participants and assisted clinicians with psychophysiological assessments

Research Assistant at University of Rhode Island (2017-09 – 2017-12)

• Administered a test of malingering and two genuine memory tests to participants at Dr. David Faust's Neuropsychology lab
• Recorded observations and examiner notes

Research Assistant at URI & Rhode Island Community Food Bank (2017-06 – 2017-08)

• Performed field work administering surveys to individuals utilizing local food banks

MS in Data Science – Merrimack College (2021-12)

BS in Psychology – University of Rhode Island (2018-05)