Results-driven clinical research professional with over 5 years of experience in managing clinical studies within cardiovascular, maternal-fetal, public health, and behavioral health sectors. Expertise in clinical trial operations, regulatory management, participant recruitment, and cross-functional collaboration. Effectively oversees multi-study portfolios, ensuring strict regulatory compliance and high-quality data while enhancing participant experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Children's National Health System
Washington
12.2022 - Current
Lead coordinator for the Fetal Heart Research Program, managing a portfolio of 15 clinical studies across five Principal Investigators.
Directed study operations including IRB submissions, protocol development and modifications, study closeouts, informed consent, regulatory documentation, participant recruitment, and OnCore billing.
Developed study workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and facilitated onboarding and training of research staff to ensure protocol compliance and operational consistency.
Oversaw data collection, entry, and quality management activities across all studies within the program.
Collaborated with investigators, sponsors, monitors, and multidisciplinary research teams to support study execution, regulatory compliance, and participant enrollment.
Conducted 35 fetal research ECGs for a federally funded medical device study and increased recruitment of diverse patient populations by more than 50%.
Recruited 85 participants within one month for a federally funded nutrition study and contributed to manuscript development and research dissemination.
Research Assistant, CROWN Project
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Baltimore
01.2022 - 01.2025
Collaborated with a doctoral student to conduct a systematic literature review evaluating adherence measurement methods for nutritional supplementation during pregnancy, resulting in a peer-reviewed publication in BMC Public Health.
Presented research findings to stakeholders, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and international partner organizations in Ethiopia, Nigeria, and India, translating complex scientific information for diverse audiences.
Supported the planning and coordination of annual international project convenings, collaborating with cross-functional teams and global partners to facilitate project execution and stakeholder engagement.
Managed project communications through website and social media platforms, improving dissemination of research findings and program initiatives.
Led a health literacy initiative to increase accessibility of scientific research by developing plain-language summaries of peer-reviewed publications for public audiences.
Coordinated directly with researchers and authors from multiple institutions nationwide to review and validate scientific content, ensuring accuracy and consistency across project deliverables.
Research Assistant, Threads Research Lab
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore
01.2022 - 05.2023
Supported participant recruitment initiatives through community outreach events across Maryland, including partnerships with local universities and community organizations to increase study awareness and enrollment.
Obtained informed consent and independently conducted comprehensive three-hour research study visits for adolescents enrolled in the WINGS study, ensuring protocol compliance and participant safety.
Coordinated participant follow-up activities and developed resource guides connecting adolescents experiencing intimate partner violence with appropriate community-based support services.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary research teams to support participant retention, study engagement, and data collection activities.
Developed educational and outreach materials using Canva, creating approximately 50% of the social media content used to increase awareness of community resources and research initiatives among adolescents.
Maintained accurate study documentation and contributed to the successful execution of a federally funded behavioral health research study.
Clinical Research Assistant, Stand-Alone COVID Lab
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Baltimore
08.2021 - 01.2022
Supported a large-scale COVID-19 research and testing initiative by coordinating the collection, tracking, and processing of approximately 3,000 participant saliva specimens across Johns Hopkins campuses.
Processed and analyzed 600–700 saliva samples per shift utilizing PCR technology, ensuring accuracy, quality control, and adherence to laboratory protocols.
Maintained specimen integrity and chain-of-custody procedures while managing high-volume sample workflows in a fast-paced research environment.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary laboratory and research teams to support timely reporting of results and overall study operations.
Contributed to data management and quality assurance activities by accurately scanning, tracking, and documenting participant specimens throughout the testing process.
Medical Assistant
Visionary Women's Health
Columbia
01.2021 - 01.2022
Performed patient intake and clinical assessments, including vital signs collection and medical history review, to prepare patients effectively for their visits.
Assisted physicians during clinical procedures and prepared biological specimens for laboratory testing, ensuring timely communication of test results and coordinated follow-up care.
Coordinated patient scheduling, addressed patient portal inquiries, and facilitated communication between patients and providers to enhance patient experience and ensure continuity of care.
Education
Master of Science in Public Health - Population, Family, And Reproductive Health
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Baltimore, Maryland
05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Howard University
Washington, DC
05-2021
Skills
Clinical Trial Operations
Regulatory management
Protocol Development
Informed Consent
ICH-GCP Compliance
Participant recruitment
Data Management & Quality Assurance
Research training
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Certification
Certificate in Maternal and Child Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, 05/01/22
Certificate in Population Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, 05/01/22
Publications
Supporting the Journey: A Scoping Review of Healthcare Transition Programs for Adolescents with Congenital Heart Disease, Britton J, Szymanski L, John A, Pediatric Cardiology, 05/01/25, 10.1007/s00246-025-03928-z, 40562944
A systematic review of methodological approaches and measurement of adherence to micronutrient supplementation among women of reproductive age in low- and middle-income countries, Kang BA, Britton J, Olarewaju OK, Luitel A, Stephens D, Rimal RN, BMC Public Health, 05/01/25, 41387802
Prospective Clinical Testing of a 'Beat-To-Beat' Extraction Method for Fetal Electrocardiography, Krishnan A, Roshanitabrizi P, Zhang A, Boland E, Britton J, Nguyen T, Lam VK, Lacey S, Shekhar R, Ahmadzia HK, Baschat AA, Donofrio MT, Govindan R, Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy, 05/01/25, 10.1159/000550821, 41926536
Honors And Awards
Master's Tuition Scholarship, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 05/01/23
Magna Cum Laude, Howard University, 05/01/21
Capstone Full Tuition Scholarship, Howard University 08/01/2021
Timeline
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Children's National Health System
12.2022 - Current
Research Assistant, CROWN Project
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
01.2022 - 01.2025
Research Assistant, Threads Research Lab
Johns Hopkins University
01.2022 - 05.2023
Clinical Research Assistant, Stand-Alone COVID Lab
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
08.2021 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant
Visionary Women's Health
01.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Science in Public Health - Population, Family, And Reproductive Health
Clinical Research Data Coordinator II – Pediatric Oncology at Orlando HealthClinical Research Data Coordinator II – Pediatric Oncology at Orlando Health
Clinical Research Coordinator II at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center & Harvard Medical SchoolClinical Research Coordinator II at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center & Harvard Medical School
Program Manager / Clinical Research Site Coordinator at Perinatal HIV Research Unit (PHRU)Program Manager / Clinical Research Site Coordinator at Perinatal HIV Research Unit (PHRU)