Clement Banda
@clementbanda
Seasoned clinical research professional with over 10 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned clinical research professional with over 10 years of experience in operational research, clinical trials coordination, and program management. My expertise lies in supporting health systems globally, where I have successfully led numerous projects that have resulted in significant policy changes and improvements in healthcare delivery.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strong project management acumen, overseeing large teams and budgets, and implementing innovative testing technologies. My work has been recognized for its impact on public health, particularly in the areas of HIV and COVID-19 testing. I am passionate about mentoring others and contributing to the advancement of clinical research practices.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Reviewer, Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Ministry of Health, National Health Sciences Research Depart
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years)
Supports detailed reviews of over 20 research protocols monthly, ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and international guidance in human subjects research. Leverages domain expertise and project management acumen for thorough evaluations.
Reviewer
Healthcare Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS)
Jun 2024 - Mar 2025 (9 months)
Responsible for reviewing 13 proposals for the HIMSS’ Global Health Education Conference, evaluating and scoring them using an online system. Also served as a mentor to evaluate presentation materials and will host a session in March 2025.
Team Lead, Supply Chain Funded Assessment
IQVIA
Feb 2022 - Aug 2022 (6 months)
Supervised and participated in qualitative and quantitative data collection using tablets and SurveyCTO, completing data collection from 28 districts, 42 key informant interviews, and 153 facility surveys. Coordinated stakeholder engagement, setting up meetings with government departments and community representatives.
Operational Research Assistant
International Treatment Coalition and Preparedness (ITPC)
Oct 2021 - Jan 2022 (3 months)
Supported operational research assessment of community-led monitoring in central Malawi and South Africa. Led and participated in data collection, entry, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, and report writing. Documented the influence of community-led monitoring and advocacy (CLM&A) on improving clinic-level quality and accessibility of health services.
Associate Director, Infectious Diseases Division
Clinton Health Access Initiatives Inc. (CHAI)
Jan 2017 - Aug 2021 (4 years 7 months)
Headed 7 programs with 16 staff, overseeing implementation of infectious diseases programs, stakeholder coordination, proposal development, and contract negotiations, managing a yearly budget of around US$4M. Implemented and coordinated research, pilot studies, and clinical trials, leading to policy changes and introduction of new medicines and technologies.
Senior Program Manager, Differentiated Models of Care Study
Clinton Health Access Initiatives Inc. (CHAI)
Nov 2015 - Jan 2017 (1 year 2 months)
Led and implemented a USD $426,000 Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) supported process evaluation on HIV differentiated models, involving recruitment, stakeholder engagement, and data collection. Published study results through manuscript writing, abstract coordination, and presentations to key stakeholders and peer-reviewed journals.
Program Manager – World Health Organization (WHO) Research
Clinton Health Access Initiatives Inc. (CHAI)
Sep 2015 - Dec 2016 (1 year 3 months)
Led the implementation of a USD $1.2 million WHO/CIDA supported randomized control trial, spearheading study protocol updates, IRB processes, and data management. Demonstrated increased retention of HIV+ mothers and infants in antenatal and postnatal care, leading to policy changes in government.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Delaware
Certificate, Clinical Trials Management
Completed a certificate program focused on the management of clinical trials. This involved gaining expertise in the various phases of clinical research and regulatory compliance.
University of Malawi
Master of Science, Informatics
Pursued a Master of Science degree with a specialization in Informatics. This program likely covered the application of information science to various fields, potentially including health informatics.
Chancellor College, University of Malawi
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science and Statistics
Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree with a dual focus on Computer Science and Statistics. This foundational education provided skills in data analysis, programming, and computational methods.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Job categories
Interested in hiring Clement?
You can contact Clement and 90k+ other talented remote workers on Himalayas.
Message ClementFind your dream job
Sign up now and join over 85,000 remote workers who receive personalized job alerts, curated job matches, and more for free!
