Islamiyat Abdulkadir
Scarborough
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced Clinical Research Associate with robust background in conducting in-depth research and analysis and about 7 years of experience in clinical trial management, wet/dry laboratory work, site management and monitoring. Proven track record of successfully conducting site visits, managing investigator sites, and ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP regulations. Successfully contributed to multiple high-impact projects, delivering valuable insights and innovative solutions. Skilled in data collection/analysis/interpretation, statistical analysis, report writing, advanced methodologies, trial tools (CTMS, eTMF), EDC system and showcasing strong problem-solving/critical-thinking skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
Academy Hospital and Research Centre
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Coordinated clinical trials from startup to closeout
- Gathered and organized information/data for research purposes.
- Conducted site feasibility assessments, site management and monitoring visits.
- Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures, observations, and results for accurate reporting and replication purposes.
- Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
- Monitored clinical trial activities to support timely and accurate completion of studies.
- Prepared detailed informed consent documents to clearly communicate risks, benefits, expectations, rights and responsibilities related to participation in clinical trials.
- Assessed patients'' eligibility criteria following strict adherence to inclusion/exclusion guidelines.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Monitored patient safety throughout clinical trials and reported any adverse events.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
Biomedical Cancer Researcher
Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (Glasgow)
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Worked with a team of researchers on the INCISE (INtegrated TeChnologies for Improved Polyp SurveillancE) project discovered the expression of stem cell markers in colorectal polyps.
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes including data collection and analysis.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures, observations, and results for accurate reporting and replication purposes.
- Selection of suitable patients and sample specimens for the project.
- Applied ethical considerations throughout all stages of the research process, safeguarding participant welfare and data integrity.
- Classification, labeling and sorting of specimen/samples.
- Ordering and auditing of research equipments and consumables.
- Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
- Conducting biomedical techniques including immunoblotting, IHC and immufluorescent.
- Weekly team meeting, presentation and participation.
- Result interpretation using different biomedical and biostatistic tools like SPSS, Qupath and R.
- Reported any clinical and laboratory incident during the research.
- Ensured diligent implementation of techniques and procedures.
- Interdisciplinary approaches and meetings for discussion and update about each departmental discovery.
Research Associate
Butali Laboratory
09.2018 - 09.2021
- Worked with a team of researchers whose contributions led to the first morphometric work for facial variation in the West Africa Sub-region.
- Coordinated clinical trial logistics, including recruitment and retention of eligible participants.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Assisted in the development of new research proposals, resulting in increased funding opportunities and project growth potential.
- Coordinated the recruitment and follow-up of cancer patients for a Phase-I clinical trial of a PARP-inhibitor molecule which activates P53 in associated head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
- Explanation of trial process to the participants and obtaining signed informed consents.
- Designed a survey to collate empirical data to study the impact of Covid-19 on biomedical research and sample collection.
- Collection of 3D imaging of the face and movement during speech to detect velo-pharyngeal insufficiency, 2D photos of the lip to identify phenocopies of Van der Woude Syndrome and also ultrasound of the lip to detect discontinuity in the lip which is a subclinical cleft phenotype.
- Collection and processing of participant"s saliva into DNA and included in the genome-wide association studies for sub-clinical cleft phenotypes.
Clinical Practitioner (House-Officer)
University College Hospital
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose patients'' conditions and recommend appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
- Counseling patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, fostering trust in the healthcare team and supporting adherence to treatment plans.
- Sample collection, storage and transportation
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Maintained patient-doctor confidentiality.
Education
Masters - Cancer Research and Precision Oncology
University of Glasgow
12.2022
MBBS - Medicine and Surgery
International University of Africa
09.2016
WASSCE - GCSE (Science)
West African Senior Secondary Certificate Exam
07.2009
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Good communication skills and Proficiency in English Language
- MS Office
- Strong Work Ethic and organizational skills
- Data collection and organization and Analysis
- Research Ethics and Regulations (ICH-GCP)
- Digital Research Tools (CTMS, eTMF and EDC systems)
- Critical Thinking and Interpreting Results
- Scientific Writing and presentation
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research
- Biostatistics and Bioinformatics "R"
- Fieldwork experience
Objective
To secure an exciting Clinical Research Associate role, utilizing my skills and experience to ensure successful clinical trial management.
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 6 researchers in conducting a research that led led to the first Morphometric work for facial variation in the West Africa Sub-region.
- Worked with a team of 15 researchers on the INCISE (INtegrated TeChnologies for Improved Polyp SurveillancE) project and discovered novel expression of stem cell markers in colorectal polyps- this discovery subsequently serve as both predictive and diagnostic markers for the occurrence of future colorectal cancer.
Certification
- ICH Good Clinical Practice
- Clinical Trials Operations
- Drug Development Product Management
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid and Emergency Medicine Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Languages
English, Yoruba
Native language
Arabic
Upper intermediate
B2
Unspentcriminalconvictions
No/NA
Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator
Academy Hospital and Research Centre
01.2023 - 04.2024
Biomedical Cancer Researcher
Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (Glasgow)
04.2022 - 10.2022
Research Associate
Butali Laboratory
09.2018 - 09.2021
Clinical Practitioner (House-Officer)
University College Hospital
07.2017 - 08.2018
MBBS - Medicine and Surgery
International University of Africa
Masters - Cancer Research and Precision Oncology
University of Glasgow
WASSCE - GCSE (Science)
West African Senior Secondary Certificate Exam
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