Type Of Business:
Sole proprietorship
Marketing Area:
National; International
Expertise:
Regulatory document specialist
Major Product/SVS:
IRB submission and ongoing site monitor support for continuing IRB review and updated required regulatory documents; Data listing review. Updating of regulatory document databases to be conducted from a remote location
Favorite Business Publication:
Applied Clinical Trials
Hobbies/Sports:
Caring and training for her five horses, with focus on rehabilitation for those previously mistreated or injured; Training and teaching in discipline of Classical Dressage
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Equine Sciences, Averett University (1979)
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The realization that the goal of all positions that have been held in the field of research directly impacts the safety and protection of the patient in need of participating in research for treatment.
Charity:
Volunteer, The Salvation Army; Sheridan Cat Rescue
Number Of Years In Profession:
23
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to Annie Clark, owner, President of Clinical Studies Management Group prior to acquisition by Worldwide Clinical Trials, who guided her through all aspects of the research industry, providing insights into opportunities and challenges that have presented themselves throughout her career.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after starting her career in ophthalmology and having received her four-year Ophthalmic Technician certification, while working in a large ophthalmic clinic in North Carolina. After gaining experience working beside Ophthalmologists mainly in anterior chamber medicine and developing a passion for research work, Ms. Sanz was advised by her mentor (the owner of the clinic) that she should focus her career on research. This began as Clinical Research Coordinator managing 14 studies in the ophthalmic clinic before being hired by Ms. Clark as a Clinical Research Monitor.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Sanz has 23 years of knowledge and experience as a clinical researcher and assists sites, sponsors and CROs with regulatory information and documentation for clinical trials.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Performing data listing review contract work for Worldwide Clinical Trials, Ltd., Nottingham, UK; Previously worked as study coordinator for the U.S. and Canada handling clinical monitoring, and regulatory document specialist for study start up and ongoing site support
Education Certifications:
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant; Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Sanz plans to continue expanding her knowledge and assistance in the regulatory documentation field, for the betterment and protection of all patients.