Positions

Administrator, Irb

Sr VP & Dean of Research
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX US

Education

MA from University of Houston- Clear Lake

05/2014 - Houston, Texas United States

BA from University of Houston

05/2006 - Houston, Texas United States

Certifications

Certified IRB Professional

PRIM&R

Professional Statement

What do I do?

• Administrator of six IRB boards, each meeting once monthly
• Direct the day-to-day operations for the IRB office
• Oversee the review and approval of emergency protocols
• Maintains up to date education curriculum and training materials for IRB members and IRB Chairs.
• Coordinate and organize the annual new IRB member orientation
• Responsible for development and dissemination of up to date standard operating procedures for administrative support services and IRB operations
• Help maintain positive relationships with BCM affiliates
• Act as a regulatory consultant to various tissue biorepository committees

Skills

Human Research Subject Protections

Extensive knowledge and experience pertaining to: • 45 CFR Part 46, including special protections for vulnerable populations in subparts b, c and d • FDA regulations under 21 CFR • HIPAA regulations regarding research • VHA regulated research • Staff Management: Team oriented management style that empowers employees to solve problems and improve departmental performance. • Performance Improvement: Experienced facilitator and team leader with advanced knowledge and understanding of the tools of continuous quality improvement.

Languages

German