BINDIYA CHUGANI
Summary
- Canadian citizen; relocated to Toronto in September 2022.
- Fast learner with robust interpersonal and communication abilities.
- 13+ years in healthcare; expertise in Hospital Administration, Clinical Research, Project Management, and Marketing/Business Development.
- Exceptional team-management; adept at collaborating with stakeholders, from suppliers to clinicians.
- Proven analytical skills; contributed to GCP-compliant research protocols, co-authored journal articles, and successfully managed tight-deadline projects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Project Research Coordinator
Hospital of Sick Children
Toronto, ON
11.2022 - Current
- Supervised by Dr. Ruud Verstegen in the Division of Pharmacology and Toxicology & Division of Rheumatology.
- Collaborated with departments such as Nephrology, Hematology, and Oncology for a therapeutic drug monitoring study focusing on biologics, especially Rituximab.
- Assisted in literature reviews and co-authored journal articles.
- Collected data using REDCAP and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Collected, evaluated, and modeled collected data.
- Monitored unit budget to meet financial objectives for spend rate and funding.
Foundation Board Advisor
Foundation For Cancer Care In West Africa
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
- Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
- Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
- Developed and implemented strategies to drive organizational growth and development.
Center Director and Clinical Research Coordinator
Lakeshore Cancer Center
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2015 - 11.2022
- Reported directly to CEO and Board of Directors
- Oversaw comprehensive operations and drove business growth
- Supervised a diverse team of over 70 members including medical and administrative professionals
- Spearheaded business expansion strategies including fundraising with equity investors, banks and contractors
- Nurtured relationships with research and pharmaceutical firms, both nationally and internationally
- Achieved a remarkable 30% YoY increase in patient volume and turnover, fortifying the hospital's position as a leading cancer care provider in Nigeria.
Business Manager and Clinical Research Coordinator
Lakeshore Cancer Center
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Oversaw comprehensive operations, from project management and finances to clinical and administrative tasks
- Enhanced brand presence by representing the center at key conferences, media engagements, and clinical events
- Orchestrated all research undertakings, promoting collaborations and ensuring sound data management practices.
Project Coordinator, Clinical Neuroscience
Center For Addiction And Mental Health (CAMH)
Toronto, ON
09.2009 - 09.2012
- Conducted research involving 24 participants to understand the correlation between pathological gambling and psycho stimulant addiction, particularly assessing responses to slot machines and d-amphetamine
- Spearheaded the formulation of study protocols, ensuring adherence to GCP and Ethics Committee regulations
- Managed end-to-end project tasks, including data entry, analysis using SPSS, and finalization
- Orchestrated the recruitment process for study participants; coordinated their medical evaluations, psychological assessments, and diagnostic interviews
- Fostered collaboration by liaising with primary investigators and relevant healthcare professionals for seamless execution of the project
- Played a pivotal role in disseminating crucial study outcomes and took the lead in authoring journal publications detailing the findings.
Research Intern, Clinical Neuroscience
Center For Addiction And Mental Health
Toronto, ON
09.2008 - 09.2009
- Worked under the mentorship of Dr. Martin Zack, focusing on a study that examined the impact of alcohol cue exposure (using placebo beer) and stress factors on relapse tendencies among individuals who consume alcohol and gamble
- Led the initial stages of participant involvement by overseeing the screening process, which encompassed conducting interviews and administering computer-based tasks
- Managed data-related responsibilities, including data entry, followed by subsequent analysis using SPSS.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Healthcare Management
Enterprise Development Center, Pan-Atlantic University of Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria2018
Post-Degree Certificate - Clinical Trials Management
National University of Singapore & Parexel Academic Institute of Germany
Singapore2012
Master of Science - Pharmacology And Toxicology
University of Toronto
2012
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacology And Toxicology, Economics
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON2009
Skills
- SPSS,R Programming, GraphPad, Quickbooks, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification ( In progress) 2023
- Project Management in Global Health (University of Washington) 2023
- The fundamentals of project management (University of Toronto) 2023
- Introduction to Research Ethics and Processes 2023
- Introduction to R (Datacamp)
- Good Clinical Practice Certification (ICH Focus), CITI Program 2022
- Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2: CORE 2022
- Leadership and Management in Health( University of Washington) 2022
- Healthcare and Hospital Administration: Post-Graduate Certificate(Bioinformatics Institute of India) 2012-2013
Timeline
Clinical Project Research Coordinator
Hospital of Sick Children
11.2022 - Current
Foundation Board Advisor
Foundation For Cancer Care In West Africa
01.2021 - Current
Center Director and Clinical Research Coordinator
Lakeshore Cancer Center
01.2015 - 11.2022
Business Manager and Clinical Research Coordinator
Lakeshore Cancer Center
01.2014 - 01.2015
Project Coordinator, Clinical Neuroscience
Center For Addiction And Mental Health (CAMH)
09.2009 - 09.2012
Research Intern, Clinical Neuroscience
Center For Addiction And Mental Health
09.2008 - 09.2009
Post-Graduate Certificate - Healthcare Management
Enterprise Development Center, Pan-Atlantic University of Nigeria
Post-Degree Certificate - Clinical Trials Management
National University of Singapore & Parexel Academic Institute of Germany
Master of Science - Pharmacology And Toxicology
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacology And Toxicology, Economics
University of Toronto