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Boston, Ma, Us

Led the development and timely launch of the pivotal trial for a home-use neuromodulation therapeutic device at a venture-funded neurotech start-up.Established and directed a cross-functional, multidisciplinary program team for the company’s primary indiciation, ensuring efficient prioritization of work, resource allocation, and information flow to stakeholders. This included engaging with executive leadership to shape program and company strategy effectively. Identified… Show more Led the development and timely launch of the pivotal trial for a home-use neuromodulation therapeutic device at a venture-funded neurotech start-up.Established and directed a cross-functional, multidisciplinary program team for the company’s primary indiciation, ensuring efficient prioritization of work, resource allocation, and information flow to stakeholders. This included engaging with executive leadership to shape program and company strategy effectively. Identified, monitored, managed strategic risks and dependencies across clinical research, product development, regulatory strategy, and commercial planning to achieve company goals and meet key milestones. Developed and refined the program management function to accomodate company growth (15 to 60 people) and evolving stages, spanning early development through product development and clinical trial execution. Navigated high levels of ambiguity, a growing workforce, and shifting organizational structure to provide efficient and effective communication, structure, and organizational oversight. This resulted in improved resource allocation, enhanced adherence to timelines, and minimized information gaps. Show less

Cambridge, Ma

Formulated clinical research strategy, including design of feasibility studies, that yielded results which shaped product development, directed design of a pivotal trial, resulted in presentations and publications, and provided proof of concept data for series B funding.Led clinical-stage research program, including mentoring a multidisciplinary team of researchers, to identify translational biomarkers, novel endpoints, optimal stimulation modalities and parameters for a first-in-class… Show more Formulated clinical research strategy, including design of feasibility studies, that yielded results which shaped product development, directed design of a pivotal trial, resulted in presentations and publications, and provided proof of concept data for series B funding.Led clinical-stage research program, including mentoring a multidisciplinary team of researchers, to identify translational biomarkers, novel endpoints, optimal stimulation modalities and parameters for a first-in-class medical device for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.Developed concept for a tool to identify patients with highest likelihood of responding to therapy which was built and used in company trials and will provide a barrier to entry in the market. Show less

Boston

Spearheaded a research program at venture-funded start-up, focusing on utilizing vibrotactile stimulation to address central nervous system disorders.Designed and executed proof of concept clinical experiments that steered product development, shaped business strategy and served as pivotal data for securing Series A funding.Established strategic partnerships and collaborations, resulting in grant submissions, independent device validation, and the exploration of new indications.

Boston

Crafted and executed research and development strategy directly under Chief Science Officer for Khosla funded life sciences start-up that developed the first wearable neuromodulation device for the consumer health market.Led a multidisciplinary team of 3 researchers to quantify device impact on brain health and to deliver data-driven recommendations for product enhancement/expansion, resulting in proof of viability for investors and customers, 3 patent applications, and 2… Show more Crafted and executed research and development strategy directly under Chief Science Officer for Khosla funded life sciences start-up that developed the first wearable neuromodulation device for the consumer health market.Led a multidisciplinary team of 3 researchers to quantify device impact on brain health and to deliver data-driven recommendations for product enhancement/expansion, resulting in proof of viability for investors and customers, 3 patent applications, and 2 papers.Developed strategic business partnerships with researchers and clinicians, leading to independent product validation, reduced research costs, and the discovery of new device applications. Show less

Greater Boston Area

Boston, Ma

Created, managed, and analyzed a database for a longitudinal epidemiological study that examined predictors of post-traumatic psychopathology in U.S. Marines. Conducted stastical modleing that, in collaboration with clinical colleagues, resulted in 6 published papers that elucidate PTSD symptom course and risk/resilience factors.

New Orleans, La

Initiated and executed an independent research program examining behaviors post community trauma and their impact on mental health, resulting in 6 presentations and 1 publication.Provided statistical guidance and content expertise as a consultant to the Tulane A.B. Freeman School of Business and Tulane School of Public Health, Department of Epidemiology, resulting in 1 publication. Awarded 2 grants and 3 fellowships; Elected Student Government President (2011; 800 constituents)… Show more Initiated and executed an independent research program examining behaviors post community trauma and their impact on mental health, resulting in 6 presentations and 1 publication.Provided statistical guidance and content expertise as a consultant to the Tulane A.B. Freeman School of Business and Tulane School of Public Health, Department of Epidemiology, resulting in 1 publication. Awarded 2 grants and 3 fellowships; Elected Student Government President (2011; 800 constituents) and Treasurer (2010; $80K Budget) Show less

New Orleans, La

Analyzed qualitative and quantitative datasets to best evaluate client initiatives or pending market strategies, and engaged in data interpretation and presentation development (5 projects), providing companies with key insights to make informed business strategy decisionsStreamlined data processing by designing macros, removing human error and decreasing man-hours

Media, Pa

Helped initiate and actualize concept testing and brand health tracking to evaluate consumer packaged goods companies’ business strategies, leading to quarterly client presentations outlining strategic recommendations Directed project life-cycle (24 projects across 18 countries): Developed surveys, monitored data collection, analyzed large datasets, maintained ongoing communication with mid-level client contact, and developed client presentations

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Psychological Science

Activities and Societies: President of Graduate Student Government (2011-2012; 800 constituents), Treasurer of Graduate Student Government.

Bachelor’S Degree, Organizational Communication

Activities and Societies: Resident Assistant (2003-2005), President/Founder of the Villanova Running Club (2002-2005), Alta Award.