Benjamin (Ben) Opperman Email & Phone Number

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Mentor Proposal Writers in the preparation of compelling, strategic proposals, rebids, and exhibits, including rigorous quality control and timeline adherenceReview RFPs, identify any capacity issues, and negotiate deadlines with Business Development Executives, as neededParticipate in pre-RFP client meetingsPartner with Business Development, Medical and Operational personnel to design effective proposalsContribute strategic operational content to proposalsReview and revise proposal content as needed to ensure a clear, compelling strategy to execute the trial is articulatedParticipate in client discussions and requests for information following delivery of proposalLead the enhancement of proposal development tools and processesStay abreast of latest industry tactics and strategies regarding proposal development

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Organize and coordinate cross functional and inter-organizational teams to operationalize global clinical trials on behalf of sponsoring pharmaceutical companiesDrive each clinical trial through the phases of start-up, patient enrollment and follow-up, and finally through trial close-out activitiesDerive value for the sponsoring pharmaceutical companies by serving as the primary project manager while also overseeing the day to day operations of the trialUtilize my scientific knowledge and training to effectively problem solve complex clinical questions and successfully interact with medical staff at participating research sites and the sponsoring pharmaceutical companiesThrough careful tracking of study progress ensure that all parties are completing work products at proper times for successful execution of the trialDevote time to assist direct reports and other junior team members in the development of their own careers and skill setsInterpret and resolve contract-related issues with research sites and coordinate Medpace activities according to the scope of contract with the sponsoring pharmaceutical companiesUtilizing established procedures and best practices, develop study specific processes and plans to ensure consistent interpretation and execution of the clinical trial on a global scale Serve as a dynamic leader of a global team navigating cultural distinctions and time zone differences to problem solve and implement effective change in fast moving situationsEnsure the compliance of the operations of Medpace and research site staff to complete work in accordance with the international standard of Good Clinical Practice along with national regulations established by regulatory authorities including the US FDA

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Organize and coordinate cross functional and inter-organizational teams to operationalize global clinical trials on behalf of sponsoring pharmaceutical companiesDrive each clinical trial through the phases of start-up, patient enrollment and follow-up, and finally through trial close-out activitiesDerive value for the sponsoring pharmaceutical companies by serving as the primary project manager while also overseeing the day to day operations of the trialUtilize my scientific knowledge and training to effectively problem solve complex clinical questions and successfully interact with medical staff at participating research sites and the sponsoring pharmaceutical companiesThrough careful tracking of study progress ensure that all parties are completing work products at proper times for successful execution of the trialDevote time to assist direct reports and other junior team members in the development of their own careers and skill setsInterpret and resolve contract-related issues with research sites and coordinate Medpace activities according to the scope of contract with the sponsoring pharmaceutical companiesUtilizing established procedures and best practices, develop study specific processes and plans to ensure consistent interpretation and execution of the clinical trial on a global scale Serve as a dynamic leader of a global team navigating cultural distinctions and time zone differences to problem solve and implement effective change in fast moving situationsEnsure the compliance of the operations of Medpace and research site staff to complete work in accordance with the international standard of Good Clinical Practice along with national regulations established by regulatory authorities including the US FDA

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Provided on-site monitoring of each assigned participating research site (hospitals, clinics, and doctors offices) in order to confirm that each site participating in the trial followed Good Clinical Practices and the study protocolServed as the primary resource for the lead investigator and study team of each assigned participating research site to provide advice on how to operationalize the clinical trial with their patients and contribute to overall study enrollmentMaintained close collaboration with internal cross-functional teams as the primary Medpace associate visiting and interacting with the staff at each assigned participating research site to provide support, guidance, and problem solvingInteracted directly with the sponsoring pharmaceutical companies in order to serve as their day to day representative at participating research sitesPromoted to leadership role of Lead Clinical Research Associate within 7 months of beginning career pathAs a Lead Clinical Research Associate, provided assistance to the Clinical Trial Manager in leading and managing global teams of Clinical Research Associates including providing new study training, acting as the first line of assistance with monitoring and trial issues, and leading monthly global Clinical Research Associate team meetings

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Performed microorganism challenge testing of consumer products, and was involved in the planning and implementation of project timelines and proceduresWorked with other analysts and staff to implement several hand washing and hospital scrub product antimicrobial efficacy protocols

Columbus, Ohio, Us

I worked in the private home of a family with three teenage children with Autism. I primarily worked with their son and helped increase his ability to care for himself and be interactive within society. I learned many skills including working in a team atmosphere with other staff members and gained a real appreciation for the challenges that face a family who have children with autism.

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Worked on a long term project involving the dynamics of protein folding and unfolding. Spent a major portion of 2009 assisting my professor Dr. Justin Link in establishing the Biophysics Lab on campus.

La Jolla, Ca, Us

I worked with Dr. Douglas Conrad on his ongoing research into treatments of cystic fibrosis. My specific responsibilities were to perform statistical analysis on the data from the DNA analysis of organisms inside the lungs of patients with cystic fibrosis.

Columbus, Oh, Us

I transported children throughout the hospital to surgery and various testing locations. Demonstrated a strong work ethic by earning top transporter of the week honors.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Concentration In Healthcare Administration

Md- No Degree Earned, Medicine

B.S., Biology Minors: Chemistry, Business

No Degree, International Business