Santana Thomas

About Santana Thomas

I have conducted scientific research for 10+ years including drug discovery efforts, human subject research and regulatory submissions. I am a creative leader with a multitude of cross functional collaborations to obtain the common goal of quality results from initiation to closure. Through my diverse experience in scientific and human subjects research I seek a clinical scientist role to make an impactful difference. The communication, management, and technical skills I have obtained have grown me into an efficient leader. My tenacity and keenness have been the driving force behind my desires and passion in both my work and personal life. I consider myself adventurous and always open for a challenge and would not consider any task difficult but just an uncharted territory.CLINICAL SCIENTISTDRUG DISCOVERY SCIENTIFIC ADVISOR- Discovered small molecules that had shared similar therapeutic potential for NEUROLOGICAL conditions- Investigated a panel of INFECTIOUS diseases as an avenue of preclinical drug discovery- Led a cross-functional team for a preclinical VIROLOGY research leading to identification of various drug discovery leads.HUMAN SUBJECT RESEARCH - Completed the courses to ensure that federal, local and institution regulations were met for the study- Assisted with creating, compiling, and submitting documentation (SOPs, Informed Consent documents, regulatory documents for ease of access) for the IRB review and approval of study- Participated in the recruitment of volunteers, collections of samples from volunteers, sample analysis and data interpretation.PROTOCOL DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION- Initiated, compiled and reviewed scientific and clinical protocols- Designed and validated protocols for human subjects\' research including amendments and approvals- Work in a global team collaboration for design of new protocols for handling sensitive and confidential information.OTHER CAPABILITIES:Data analyzing| Data Management| Cross-functional Collaboration| Time Management| Editing and Revising written documents| Adaptable| multi-taskingI am seeking a role as a clinical scientist, and I will be happy to discuss the possibilities.I am willing to relocate for the right opportunity. Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. Let’s connect!It would be a privilege to answer any questions at my email:s••••••••@hotmail.com

Experience

1. Clinical Research Associate Ii

   Parexel

   Oct 2024 — Present

Education

• University of South Florida College of Arts and Sciences

  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Chemistry

  2015 — 2019

• St. Thomas University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Chemistry