Amanda Riojas

Experience

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  The University of Texas at San Antonio

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2012

  ● Performed independent research investigations utilizing behavior and molecular techniques to study learning and memory in lab rats.● Conducted database searches for current literature and developments in field of research● Performs statistical analysis and data interpretation using computer software programs: Sigma Stat, Sigma Plot, and Excel● Created and presented Power Point presentation of findingsLab Techniques included: ● Tissue Extraction and Preparations● SDS-PAGE● Animal Care● Trace Fear Conditioning – Behavioral testing● General laboratory maintenance and upkeep Voir moins

  • MARC U*STAR Undergraduate Researcher

    Nov 2010 - Jan 2012

  • Supplemental Instructor (SI)

    Jan 2010 - Jan 2010
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  UTHSCSA

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2011

  Physiology Undergraduate Research Experience (PURE) student

  Acquired a set of new lab techniques which I then used to characterize a transgenic mouse model of Alzheimer's Disease.Techniques included: ● Vibratome● Tissue Preparations● Immunohistochemistry ● Light Microscopy● Western Blotting● ImageJ software● Photoshop

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  Worldwide Clinical Trials, Inc.

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2014

  ● Reviewed sponsor protocols and drafted informed consent documents, and study synopsis for 100+ new and ongoing phase I clinical drug trial studies.● Coordinated all IRB submissions including new study submissions, protocol amendments, AEs, FDA form 1572 and study closures. ● Collected and archived investigator site files including sponsor communications, current investigator CVs, medical licenses, and CLIAs. ● Create and maintain regulatory documents for Investigator Site Files● Conduct Quality Control audits on source documents, Case Report Forms, processing logs and lab data files● Manage IRB and sponsor communications Voir moins

  • Regulatory Coordinator II

    Oct 2013 - Jan 2014

  • Documentation and Compliance Associate

    Jan 2013 - Oct 2013

  • Data Coordinator

    Jan 2013 - Jan 2013
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  George Gervin Academy

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  Secondary English Teacher

  ● Planned and delivered instruction for English Language Arts and Reading for grades 6th-8th● Used critical thinking and research skills to develop curriculum from a variety of resources.● Utilized technology, hands-on materials and visual aids to facilitate student learning.● Provided students with comprehensive preparation for STAAR reading and writing tests.● Nominated for the Extremely Effective Educator Award

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  NEISD

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2021

  Science Teacher

  ● Ongoing monitoring, and performance gap analysis based on status to prioritize performance issues based on organizational goals.● Collaborate with PLC team and Instructional Technology Specialist to set and accomplish technology integration goals to improve student engagement in the hybrid learning environment.● Communications technology including PowerPoint, and Google Slides, to create engaging, persuasive audience presentations.● Create digital learning resources for students and teachers ● Troubleshooting and technical support for instructional technology resources● Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and staff● Curriculum writing at the district level summer 2018 and 2019● Secondary teacher with experience teaching 6-8th grade science and HS Biology ● Participant in the Instructional Technology 2021 Inspiring Innovator Cohort Voir moins

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  The START Center for Cancer Care

  Jan 2021 - now

  Regulatory Affairs Coordinator

  ● Prepare and submit documents for IRB submissions ● Draft and revise informed consent documents ● Maintain paper/electronic regulatory study files