laila mccutcheon

Managed Quality Assurance (QA) check visits, site preparation for all sponsor audits (17+), and FDA Inspections (2+). Conducted QA Site Assessments to ensure compliance with GCP and study protocol requirements for RCTX Clinical Research Sites.

Safely volunteered a few weeks after receiving my second COVID-19 vaccination, taking extra measures to ensure the safety of peers and elderly patient population. Promoted public health with minimal risk by facilitating the vaccination and testing of the public for COVID-19.

Volunteered for 3+ hours a week as a counselor after completing several months of training. Received numerous recognitions for working well with contacts and being a team player.

Worked as a mission-critical leader throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, establishing standardized processes for improved efficiency. Conducted QA checks, provided training, and appropriately escalated quality issues regarding proper protocol implementation and regulatory compliance for over 70 studies.

Examined daily and monthly variation in El Paso’s concentration of carbon monoxide, ozone, particulate matter 10 and 2.5. Utilized Excel and SigmaPlot to compile and analyze TCEQ air quality monitoring data for El Paso in 2018.

Administered accounts receivable patient collections, provided computer technical support, and organized patient charts. Evaluated quality and integrity of site practices and escalated quality issues when appropriate.

Assisted in Safety Compliance and Training, and in performing radiation, chemical, and biosafety (NIH BSL2) inspections. Completed chemical inventory for specific labs and uploaded information to the Environmental Health and Safety Assistant.

Observed in various operating room specialties including Otolaryngology, Orthopedics, Urology, Ob-Gyn, and General Surgery. Volunteered in the Operating Room, Catheterization Lab, Emergency Room, and Radiology Waiting Room.

Presented “Phage Hunters: Isolating and Purifying Arthobacter sp. Bacteriophages” and “Analysis and Characterization of Arthrobacteriophage Genomes”. Performed Arthrobactiophage isolation, purification, DNA extraction, and added the phage ‘Laila’ to the phages database.

Grade: 4.2 GPA

Completed high school education with a focus on academic excellence, achieving a GPA of 4.2.

Grade: 3.68 GPA

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health Science with a minor in Biology, maintaining a GPA of 3.68. The curriculum provided a strong foundation in environmental health principles and biological sciences.

Grade: 4.0 GPA

Completed a Masters of Science in Medical Science, achieving a perfect GPA of 4.0. This advanced degree focused on in-depth medical science topics, preparing for professional roles in health-related fields.