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Mekala Moorthy

@mekalamoorthy

Clinical research coordinator and evidence synthesis researcher in maternal health, leading a PROSPERO-registered systematic review.

Netherlands

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking non-patient-facing roles in clinical research administration, research coordination, project support and evidence synthesis. I’m open to on-site, hybrid and remote research positions, and willing to travel throughout the Netherlands.

I’m leading a PROSPERO-registered mixed-methods review on midwife-led continuity of care in low- and middle-income countries. I coordinate the work from protocol development through manuscript submission, including literature searches, screening, data extraction and critical appraisal.

At KMCH College of Nursing, Coimbatore, I supervised undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and dissertations. I supported students with research planning, literature searching, data collection and reporting, and taught obstetric and gynaecological nursing.

My work also includes peer-reviewed research on maternal health and nursing, evidence synthesis, and scientific writing. I’m trained in ICH-GCP E6(R3) and have authored or co-authored eight peer-reviewed journal articles.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Independent Maternal and Public Health Researcher

Current

Self Employed

Apr 2026 - Present (7 months)

Lead researcher for a PROSPERO-registered mixed-methods review on midwife-led continuity of care in low- and middle-income countries. Coordinate research activities from protocol development through manuscript submission, including literature searches, screening, data extraction, and critical appraisal.

Systematic Literature Review Mixed Methods Research Protocol Development Literature Search Data Extraction Critical Appraisal Evidence Synthesis Scientific Writing Research Coordination Prospero

Assistant Professor — Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing

KMCH College of Nursing

Jun 2024 - Mar 2026 (1 year 9 months)

Supervised undergraduate and postgraduate nursing research projects and dissertations, supporting research planning, literature searching, data collection, and reporting. Taught obstetric and gynaecological nursing and supervised students during clinical placements.

Research Supervision Research Methodology Study Design Data Interpretation Scientific Writing Teaching Curriculum Development Evidence Based Practice

Professional Development and Credential Recognition

Self Employed

Jun 2022 - May 2024 (1 year 11 months)

Focused on Dutch language learning, Nuffic evaluation of MSc Nursing, and professional development in healthcare and clinical research.

Dutch Language Professional Development Healthcare Clinical Research

Assistant Professor — Nursing

SRM College of Nursing

Aug 2021 - Jun 2022 (10 months)

Taught undergraduate nursing and supervised students in clinical placements. Guided literature reviews, research proposals, academic writing, and evidence-based practice.

Teaching Clinical Supervision literature review Research Proposal Writing Academic Writing Evidence Based Practice Student Assessment Curriculum Planning

Lecturer — Nursing

Narayana College of Nursing

Jun 2011 - May 2014 (2 years 11 months)

Taught undergraduate nursing and supervised hospital clinical placements. Delivered clinical demonstrations, practical skills training, and student assessments.

Teaching Clinical Demonstrations Skills Training Student Assessment Clinical Supervision

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

NIHR Research Delivery Network

GCP Introduction E6(R3), Clinical Research

2026 - 2026

Completed GCP Introduction E6(R3) training in 2026.

Global Health Training Centre

ICH-GCP E6(R3), Clinical Research

2025 - 2025

Completed ICH-GCP E6(R3) training in 2025.

The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University.

Novartis

GCP Training, Clinical Research

2025 - 2025

Completed GCP training in 2025.

The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University

Master of Science in Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing. Dissertation focused on the effectiveness of olive oil back massage on low back pain during the first stage of labour.