Donya Merza
Summary
Adaptive Clinical Research Coordinator, skilled in multi-team management, works with physicians and medical staff to correlate hospital procedures with clinical trials and reports to medical personnel during off-site research trials. Proven experience with regulations regarding research projects. Produces accurate documents, and reports while maintaining a compassionate relationship with study participants.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Manager / Clinical Research Coordinator
University of Toronto
11.2022 - Current
- Managed project budgets of $1M and ensured company obtained the best possible pricing
- Designed, created, and summarized findings from projects to present to stakeholders, team members and physicians at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
- Screen breast cancer patient records, utilize EPIC databases, and collaborate with physicians to identify research study candidates.
- Coordinate in-person testing sessions with participants, including MRI scans, blood draws, body measurements, and exercise tests, ensuring accurate data collection.
- Conduct oncology research to create resources for participants and patients
- Assist with other lab studies by auditing blood reports, making study calls, and contributing to data collection.
- Manage lab administrative tasks: sign invoices, make purchase orders, sign staff timesheets, and oversee financial transactions.
- Lead a qualitative study, conducting 45-minute interviews with 24 women enrolled in a cardiovascular disease study
Clinical Research Coordinator
McMaster University
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Managed a team of 2 research assistants and a research analyst, ensuring quality, ethics, and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with partners, presenting research findings and discussing project status.
- Spearheaded participant recruitment through social media, websites, and newsletters.
- Coordinated the full 2-year study from start to finish
- Utilized SPSS expertise to create compelling graphical representations of study results.
- Written manuscripts, grants, abstracts, posters, etc.
- Conducted in-depth one-on-one interviews with mothers facing mental health disorders, using qualitative data analysis through Dedoose Software.
Teaching Assistant
McMaster University
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Taught students various concepts from the lessons, while setting up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support the teacher's delivery.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in an online reporting system and assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination.
Associate Instructor
Brain Power Enrichment Program
12.2020 - 06.2023
- Taught weekly 2-hour lessons to gifted Grade 3-8 students, focusing on advanced mathematics and problem-solving in a full-year enrichment program.
- Conducted weekly lessons for high-school students (Grade 9-12) in advanced math, chemistry, physics, and biology.
- Employed innovative resources such as videos, metaphors, and real-life scenarios to engage students while enhancing their comprehension of complex mathematical concepts.
Digital Media Intern
University of Western Ontario
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Supported the development of online learning tools for undergraduate and graduate courses, including video and audio asset editing and course set-up in OWL.
- Created engaging content, assessments, and tasks for student learning.
- Managed content calendars and scheduled posts.
Research Assistant
University of Western Ontario
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Conducted literature reviews and research in Philosophy of Neuroscience, preparing progress reports and materials for funding agencies, foundations, and peer-reviewed journal publications.
- Provided easy access to all experimental data for reports, presentations, and publications.
- Collaborated with other researchers to develop successful research strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Neuroscience
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology
University of Western Ontario
London, ON08.2020
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Collaborative team member who can also work independently
- Strong analytical interest
- Excellent organizational skills
- Adaptability and ability to work under pressure
- Strong leadership skills
- REDCap
Training
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Good Clinical Practice Training for Social and Behavioral Research
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA)
- Basic Occupational Health and Safety Awareness Training Program
- Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving humans - TCPS 2
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Ground (TDG)
Timeline
Interim Manager / Clinical Research Coordinator
University of Toronto
11.2022 - Current
Associate Instructor
Brain Power Enrichment Program
12.2020 - 06.2023
Teaching Assistant
McMaster University
09.2020 - 08.2022
Digital Media Intern
University of Western Ontario
06.2020 - 10.2020
Clinical Research Coordinator
McMaster University
05.2020 - 08.2022
Research Assistant
University of Western Ontario
08.2019 - 04.2020
Master of Science - Neuroscience
McMaster University
Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology
University of Western Ontario
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