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PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEExperienced epidemiology and data analysis director offering exceptional operations and team management abilities. Closely monitoring operations and adjusting strategies while empowering staff to independently handle daily needs. Also, developing new program ideas and features to engage audience and raise station's profile. Skilled at keeping operations within FCC guidelines by closely monitoring programs and staff at all stages. Strong budget and grant administration, schedule management and cross-functional collaboration skills. As a motivated epidemiologist with over 12 years of experience in epidemiology, including comprehensive experience in Virology Real World Data analysis and Real-World Evidence generation(RWD/RWE) for drug safety studies, I have proven ability to provide support across a variety of therapeutic areas with 12 years of experience in both oncology and virology. Walden University School of Public Health Aug 2020 Minneapolis, MN, United StatesMaster of Public Health : EpidemiologyTexas University at Dallas Aug 2015Dallas, TX, United StatesBachelor of Science: Healthcare ManagementWindsor University School of Medicine (Cayon Campus) Sep 2013 Cayon, Saint Mary Cayon ParishM.D.: MedicineRichland College May 2009Dallas, TX, United StatesAssociate of Science: ScienceBiostatistics and Epidemiology Consultant 07/2023 to 07/2024 National Institutes Of Health (NIH) - Bethesda, MD Managed statistical analyses of large, complex datasets using SAS, SQL, PowerBI, R, Tableau and SPSS for population health research using existing publicly available datasets collected by NIMHD principal investigators involving statistical procedures varying in complexity from simple bivariate tests to advanced regression methods for longitudinal data analysis and time-to-event analysis.Designed and managed statistical analyses using complex survey data and other secondary data sources that involve sampling weights ( NHANES, BRFSS, National Health Interview Survey [NHIS], Medical Expenditure Panel Survey[MEPS], Current Population Survey and various supplements). Created complex design and analysis of epidemiology studies within pharmaceutical settings in research to support clinical trials of drug development. Managed collaboration with the virology RWE team to contribute to the development of strategies for generating meaningful evidence from healthcare data.Oversaw designing and implementing data models and algorithms to support virology RWE initiatives.Designed data collection forms and data structure for observational studies. Created code lists for medications and diagnoses using ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, NDC .Managed developing analysis plans in different stages of the drug development lifecycle.Managed RWD assets and established data curation plans including provisioning data licenses and data platforms in collaboration with Medical Affairs statistics, epidemiology and virology RWE leadership team.Managed the design and execution of virology RWE research projects using administrative claims data and EMR including development of protocols and contributed to statistical analysis plans (SAPs).Managed collaboration with internal and external experts to generate rigorous scientific data, and contributed to development of dissemination plans, as aligned with the Integrated Evidence Team (IET) to support the RWV&E strategic plans for the assigned therapeutic areas.Managed the design and delivery of data science and AI solutions and models to support biostatistical analysis and broader organizational needs. Developed and maintained an end-to-end data repository to enable the use of analytical methods and machine learning techniques for pattern recognition and insight generation.Managed HEOR research using internal data sets including writing protocols and statistical analysis plans, defending in protocol review committee, and executing research with analyst to writing final reports and publications using prospective, retrospective, modeling, PRO's, meta analyses and hybrid designs. Led development & integration of COA measurement strategy into clinical development programs through clinical trial program support (protocol/SAP content development).Lead Epidemiologist (Deputy Director ) 06/2022 to 06/2023 CSCC With City Of Chicago - Chicago, United States Managed data of city infrastructure and violence reduction intervention projects. Launched violence prevention projects and led meetings and mayoral initiatives with city departments, community partners and stakeholders to whom I presented CSCC weekly data updates addressing target populations at risk of high crime rates especially homeless individuals and families with challenging housing situations.Designed complex data reports, dashboards, tables, charts, and graphic displays. Managed difficult manipulation of epidemiologic data using statistical software such as: SPSS, SAS, R-Studio, SQL, REDCap, Power BI, Tableau and ArcGIS. Managed research of epidemiologic literature to obtain information for inclusion in reports and studies recommending methods of reducing violence and crime rates in Chicago and designed data collection and management processes. supervised the design and administration of surveys, Identified and evaluated non-traditional data sources and tools for epidemiologic surveillance. Critically appraised existing epidemiology evidence and created new evidence of data visualizations through delivery of specific research plans, protocols and analysis of epidemiologic databases available within the City of Chicago such as the CDPH and CPD websites, CrimeLab and Chicago Data Portal. Epidemiology Investigation Lead 10/2021 to 06/2022 Texas Department Of State Health Services - Austin, TX Led epidemiology investigation teams in fighting the COVID-19 epidemic where I have utilized SAS, SPSS, Microsoft Excel, Access and other statistical software packages to conduct COVID death surveillance and analysis of trends of concern to public health officials.Served as an Infection prevention supervisor where I developed and maintained an effective system for the surveillance of specific health settings associated infections as designated by The Infection Control Committee, Tenet Corporate Quality Program and the Public Health Department.Managed the infection prevention team data evaluation and analysis using sound epidemiological principals as recommended by APIC, CDC and SHEA. Managed and communicated surveillance data to the Infection Control Committee.Managed and analyzed electronic health records (EHR) including medical history, medical prescriptions and pharmaceutical products while conducting fatality investigations to determine case status for accurate state level fatality reporting. Managed epidemiologic data, educated and advised patients regarding guidelines and resources.Submitted over 235 fatality cases of the year of 2020 and over 680 fatality cases of the year 2021 of region 7 to The CDC using NEDSS (National Electronic Disease Surveillance System).led analysis of epidemiologic studies using large administrative and real-world electronic health records (EHR) data including specialized EMR data to support biomarker and drug development activities.Managed teams of epidemiologists and clinical researchers to develop protocol and analysis plans for RWE and RWD studies.Managed multi-functional projects and interacted with biomarker scientists and scientists from other functions including clinical pharmacoepidemiology, bioinformatics and clinical research.Managed clinical trial design, in particular identification of the target population, protocol development, patient recruitment and patient medical history data ascertainment.Managed medication safety evaluation: provided background event rates, synthesized existing evidence including through meta-analyses and identified high-risk populations.Managed post-marketing surveillance activities: risk evaluation mitigation strategies, epidemiology studies for signal detection and inference, post-authorization studies of treatment benefit and risk. Oversaw Collaboration with federal and state public health agencies, local organizations, and universities to share information related to epidemiology, healthcare, and disease prevention.Represented the Bureau in collaboration with other State departments to create and maintain shared databases and informational platforms on health-related issues.Created complex epidemiologic reports using RStudio, mediation analysis, repeated measures, structural equation modeling, multi-level modeling, propensity score weighting, interrupted time series and survival analysis. Epidemiology Specialist 09/2020 to 10/2021Tarrant County Public Health Department - Fort Worth, United States Managed epidemiologic investigations (over 2500) tracing cases, contacts, sources, places and groups of exposure of communicable and non-communicable diseases.Managed data of mobile sites of COVID-19 Vaccines where I was responsible for reviewing and monitoring all epidemiologic cases submitted from The Texas Christian University and The University of Texas at Arlington to Tarrant County Public Health Department using Quickbase data system. Managed Quickbase data and surveillance used by Tarrant County Public Health Department.Managed submission of epidemiologic cases and vaccination data and eliminated data bias within the system.Trained new epidemiologic investigators on conducting efficient public health interviews and tracing contacts and sources of exposure of COVID-19. Epidemiologist (Project Manager) 07/2020 to 07/2021 Abounding Prosperity, INC - Dallas, TXOversaw organization of Infographics of the organizational milestones for the last 15 years, HIV-STI-Hep C and implemented them into Athenahealth data system,and trained clinical staff on using Athenahealth data system to submit electronic medical records.Developed a poster presentation of the organization epidemiologic cases and multiple dashboards using PowerBI.Managed analytic support for grant-related activities, budgets and operations related to the grants including epidemiologic data analysis and program. Supervised HIV Prevention campaigns to identify opportunities for improving HIV intervention programs in target populations in homeless shelters and provided housing for patients with critical care needs.Designed database management systems and analysis using multiple software including SAS, SPSS, Access Microsoft and Excel.Served as main point of contact through the end of the HIV prevention grant term with the CDC and Texas Department of State Health Services. Created an epidemiologic profile of Black Women and MSM seeking STI services that begin to use PrEP as an HIV prevention tool.Obtained Significant experience applying epidemiologic methods to study a variety of questions in support of medicine development (safety, effectiveness, and natural history of disease).Demonstrated experience leading pharmacoepidemiologic research programs in a drug development environment and clinical trial. Improved disease understanding relevant to drug development: Incidence, prevalence, risk factors, natural history course, treatment patterns, comorbidities, co-medications, outcome measures, phenotypes, biomarkers, unmet needs, and their variations across domains such as demographics and geographies. Managed teams cross functionally with registry stakeholders across Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific Communications, and Clinical Development.Managed meetings with external stakeholders to ensure appropriate communication of epidemiological issues and study results including Scientific Advisory Board members and regulatory authorities. Public Health Analyst 06/2019 to 09/2020The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Dallas, TX Managed daily operations of the morning shift at the CDC Dallas/Fort Worth(DFW) Quarantine Station.Provided medical expertise to provide clinical, epidemiologic and technical consultation and guidance in response to reports of illness in travelers. Generated electronic and written records related to the public health risk assessment performed during the primary, secondary and tertiary entry screening process.Guided agencies and organizations on assessing health education needs and on development and delivery of health education programs. Managed training and health-related workshops to new employees and facilitated existing recertification.Promoted health education and risk reduction through presentation of educational programs.Epidemiology Research Manager 03/2016 to 04/2019University of Texas Health Science Center at Dallas - DALLAS, TX Supervised effective data management operations through staff oversight and training creating a climate of cooperation and support and promoting connectivity among the DCC and internal and external collaborators. Managed clinical data functional team leads and staff to prioritize tasks and allocate staff to ensure delivery of expected products on an appropriate timeline within a highly dynamic environment.Managed epidemiologic investigations and research of pharmacoepidemiology, communicable disease outbreaks, chronic illness conditions, disease risk factors, and other adverse health outcomes.Managed disease surveillance systems for different public health organizations. Managed pharmacoepidemiologic and statistical analyses of virology data, oncology data including prostate, lung and breast cancer and prepared results for review.Interpreted results of epidemiologic investigations and compared them to health outcome data.Managed quality of design, execution, and publication of real-world evidence studies, and quality of models & tools developed for business partners. Epidemiology Researcher 10/2013 to 04/2016Carbondale Memorial Hospital - Carbondale, ILExecuted complex quantitative analyses in support of academic planning, data informed strategic decision-making, and external reporting. Managed cross-functional teams in the development of tools to support data integrity as part of the work of the Mason Insight Data to Analytics Solutions(MIDAS) project.Managed other related special and ad-hoc duties as assigned. Acted as Subject Matter Expert (SME) of clinical data management techniques, processes, systems, and their implementation.Led development, maintenance, and governance of clinical data standards by providing oversight and guidance on general policies, standard operating procedures, and quality assurance processes for data collection, abstraction, analysis, submission, and reporting.Supervised analysis of protocol documents to generate study database design specifications including CRF and eCRF design, visit schedule, edit checks, system notifications, query logic, user role setup, randomization triggers, supply triggers, and medical coding.Managed quality control against associated project protocol, NIAID requirements, CRF standards templates.Exhibited strong Clinical Data Management Practices (GCDMP), and where applicable CDISC Clinical Data Acquisition Standards Harmonization (CDASH) standards. |
