CIARRA MCNUTT
Sarasota
Summary
Results-oriented Clinical Research Scientist with expertise in phase II and III trial design and management. Skilled in biostatistical analysis, predictive modeling, and regulatory compliance in cardiometabolic and public health research. Experienced in managing complex projects, securing funding, and leading multidisciplinary collaborations to enhance medical research outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Research Scientist
Indiana University Health
Miami
01.2024 - Current
- Led Phase II and Phase III clinical trials targeting cardiometabolic disease interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians, epidemiologists, and research coordinators to implement and optimize trial protocols, ensuring adherence to study objectives.
- Monitored regulatory compliance with FDA and IRB standards throughout study lifecycles.
- Developed statistical analysis plans using R, SAS, and Python for data-driven insights.
- Produced analytical reports for institutional leadership and research sponsors to support decision-making and strategic planning.
- Tracked study progress and maintained accurate records throughout trials to ensure compliance and facilitate timely reporting.
- Facilitated meetings to address project updates and resolve emerging issues.
- Contributed to peer-reviewed publications and presented findings at academic conferences.
Research Fellow
Tampa General Hospital Research Institute
Tampa
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Conducted molecular and epidemiological research on inflammatory and cardiometabolic diseases.
- Developed predictive diagnostic models that enhanced early detection accuracy of cardiovascular conditions.
- Performed statistical analysis using R and SAS to identify clinical trends and correlations.
- Collaborated with clinical teams to design and implement research studies.
- Mentored graduate and medical students in laboratory and clinical research projects.
- Co-authored grant proposals that secured federal funding for clinical research initiatives.
- Conducted literature reviews that informed and supported ongoing research projects.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Sarasota
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Coordinated multi-site clinical trials, ensuring compliance with FDA and IRB guidelines.
- Managed participant recruitment and informed consent processes while ensuring data quality control.
- Communicated with investigators, study staff, sponsors, vendors, and IRB personnel throughout trial lifecycle to facilitate collaboration and compliance.
- Assisted principal investigators with logistics, reporting, and data monitoring activities.
- Maintained accurate records of clinical trials in line with institutional policies.
- Trained junior research staff on data collection procedures and adherence to clinical protocols.
- Maintained research documentation and regulatory records to support trial integrity and compliance.
Education
PhD - Biomedical Sciences
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Miami, Florida, United States01-2024
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology & Biostatistics
University of South Florida
Tampa, Florida, United States01-2021
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Biology
University of South Florida
Gainesville, Florida, United States01-2019
Skills
Clinical trial management
- Protocol development
- Biostatistics analysis
- Research data science
- Predictive analytics
- Data interpretation
- Data visualization
- SAS and R programming
Research operations
- Clinical practice
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
Certification
Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
Professional Activities Memberships
- Member, American Heart Association (AHA)
- Member, American Society for Clinical Investigation (ASCI)
- Volunteer Health Educator – Florida Community Health Outreach
- Presenter—National Cardiovascular Research Symposium
Research
Clinical Research Scientist, University of Miami Health System, Miami, FL
Principal investigator on cardiometabolic disease research studies focusing on early detection and prevention strategies. Leading Phase II and Phase III clinical trials involving multi-site collaboration across academic hospitals and public health research centers. Developed predictive analytics models improving early risk detection by approximately 8% in cardiovascular disease patients. Successfully contributed to securing over $750,000 in institutional and federal research funding supporting advanced clinical research initiatives.
Accomplishments
Graduate Research Excellence Award – University of Miami,
Timeline
Clinical Research Scientist
Indiana University Health
01.2024 - Current
Research Fellow
Tampa General Hospital Research Institute
06.2021 - 12.2023
Clinical Research Coordinator
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
05.2019 - 05.2021
PhD - Biomedical Sciences
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology & Biostatistics
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Biology
University of South Florida