Mahirah M.

Experience

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  University of Malaya

  Nov 2014 - Jan 2016

  Research Assistant

  • Presented a paper (“Attitudes and factors affecting acceptability of self-administered cervical sampling as an alternative to Pap testing among multi-ethnic Malaysian women”) at Asia Pacific Academic Consortium for Public Health Conference (APACPH) in Bandung, Indonesia October 21-23, 2015.• Helped recruit patients for 3 separate studies and mastered basic data entry• Involved in collaborative research with Cancer Research Malaysia and successfully organized, updated and established recruitment protocols for sample processing in UMMC • Learnt different lab techniques such as DNA extraction and PCR amplification• Learnt how studies are organised and conducted in detail• Enhanced interactive and communication skills with patients• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects as well as being pro-active Show less

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  IQVIA

  Mar 2016 - May 2018

  - Performing site initiation, monitoring and close-out visits for Malaysia and Singapore sites- Maintaining appropriate documentation of study-related activities - Establishing regular lines of communication plus administering protocol and related study training to assigned sites- Evaluating the quality and integrity of site practices – escalating quality issues as appropriate- Managing progress by tracking regulatory submissions, recruitment, case report form (CRF) completion, and data query resolution- Experienced in 3 successful Database Locks and achieving Sponsor milestone for assigned studies- Experienced in 2 regulatory inspections by National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (Malaysia Drug Control Authority) - Supporting other CRAs for inspection preparations and co-monitoring Show less - Complete appropriate therapeutic, protocol and clinical research training to perform job duties.- Gain experience in study procedures by working with experienced clinical staff.- Under close supervision, perform site selection (when applicable), initiation, monitoring and close out visits in accordance with contracted scope of work and good clinical practices.- Under close supervision, administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establishes regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues.- Under close supervision, evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate.- Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, Case Report Form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. - Under close supervision, create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation. Show less

  • Clinical Research Associate I

    Aug 2016 - May 2018

  • Regulatory Start Up Support

    Jul 2016 - Aug 2016

  • Clinical Research Associate Trainee

    Mar 2016 - Jun 2016
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  University of Malaya

  Aug 2018 - Jul 2019

  Program Executive of Program ROSE

  - Involved in the development of the pilot project into a nation-wide health-screening program for cervical cancer - Engage with and support healthcare professionals and facilitate training activities.- Drive education and awareness within communities and tended to public communications through a variety of communication channels.- Design SOPs, scenario-based risk analysis and management of patients for national health-screening program- Lead and oversee digital editing and design of collaterals including posters, flyers and information sheets for events and public distribution- Operations team for patient care and management before, during and after follow up colposcopy procedure- Representative for media interview (TV3, Selamat Pagi Malaysia) for program and event coverage Show less

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  ROSE Foundation

  Aug 2019 - Oct 2020

  Site Operations Lead of Program ROSE

  Worked directly under and in close collaboration with the Program Manager to lead and manage operations of screening events and sites under the ROSE cervical screening program.- Establish and lead integration of an innovative cervical cancer screening program into existing clinic workflows and infrastructure - Develop and apply site initiation processes including site recce, IT testing, education and training workshops for healthcare providers - Plan and execute site activation processes including supply chain management, user onboarding, publicity and implementation of screening facilities- Customize and oversee site monitoring processes including consistent tracking of screening progress and escalation of technical issues- Design and execute site close out processes including user off-boarding and collateral collection - Lead and conduct outreach screening events to communities by securing partnerships and corresponding with external parties including other NGOs and MP Offices - Collaborate with program manager and executives to identify program resourcing demands, resolve potential resourcing conflicts and facilitate mutually beneficial resolutions.- Oversee, manage and troubleshoot screening activities, exceptions and escalated queries- Plan, develop and instill best practices, systems and processes, scripts, manuals and troubleshooting guides, and contribute towards change management to drive continuous improvement- Provide leadership, development and coaching of Site Operations team members- Monitor, analyze and articulate participant/client/healthcare provider needs, habits, and trends, expressed and/or observed during program engagements- Engage with and maintain a professional working rapport with healthcare professionals, stakeholders and other relevant entities/individuals (suppliers, service providers etc.) Show less

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  NCD Malaysia

  Nov 2020 - Mar 2024

  Project Officer
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  National Cancer Society Malaysia

  Nov 2020 - now

  Intern Coordinator for the Internship Program

  • Patient Access, Assistant Manager

    Mar 2024 - now

  • Assistant Manager - Health Education, Literacy, Promotion and Policy (HELPP)

    Oct 2023 - May 2024

  • Senior Executive - Health Education Literacy Promotion and Policy

    Nov 2020 - Oct 2023