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Merek Zimmerman

Calgary,Alberta

Summary

Experienced with coordinating research studies and managing project timelines. Utilizes strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance. Knowledge of data collection methodologies and patient engagement strategies.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Coordinator

PEAK Research Lab (University of Calgary)
05.2022 - 05.2025

• Lead coordination, recruitment, enrollment, and data collection/analysis on a wide array of large-scale studies.
• Collected, organized, modeled, and evaluated both quantitative and qualitative research data.
• Facilitated in-person and virtual participant lab visits, interviews, and focus groups.
• Prepared documents, reports, and presentations detailing results and conclusions.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
• Maintained strict adherence to ethical guidelines in all aspects of research coordination, ensuring study integrity and compliance with regulations.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to align project goals and share valuable insights.
• Established strong relationships with external partners to facilitate collaborative research efforts.
• Managed patient recruitment, informed consent process and data entry to support project objectives.
• Collaborated with clinical staff and other healthcare professionals to support clinical data accuracy.
• Monitored project budgets to meet financial objectives for spend rate and funding.

Research Assistant

Enhance Research Lab (University of Calgary
01.2022 - 08.2022

• Cleaning and coding of daily pain and mood surveys of youth with cerebral palsy as well as their parents and teachers.
• Database management.
• Assisted with literature reviews.
• Online survey creation.

Landscaper

Bark Mulch Depot
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.

Lawn Technician

Green Drop
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Reduced weed growth through the application of effective herbicides and manual removal techniques.

Summer Student Intern

PureChem Services
05.2017 - 08.2018
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Batching and blending of oilfield production chemicals.
  • Yard and product stock management.

Merchandiser

Toys"R"Us
10.2015 - 08.2016
  • Customer Service in retail environment
  • Warehouse duties including shipping/receiving, forklift and compaction operation, product and shelf stock management

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Calgary
Calgary, AB
06-2022

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Calgary
Calgary, AB

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Accomplishments

  • Presented research findings at 8 local, national, and international conferences.
  • Authored 6 scientific manuscripts submitted to peer-reviewed journals.

Certification

  • Level 1 MRI Trained, Child and Adolescent Imaging Research (CAIR) Training Program.

Timeline

Research Coordinator

PEAK Research Lab (University of Calgary)
05.2022 - 05.2025

Research Assistant

Enhance Research Lab (University of Calgary
01.2022 - 08.2022

Landscaper

Bark Mulch Depot
05.2020 - 08.2020

Lawn Technician

Green Drop
05.2019 - 08.2019

Summer Student Intern

PureChem Services
05.2017 - 08.2018

Merchandiser

Toys"R"Us
10.2015 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Calgary

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Calgary
Merek Zimmerman