YULIYA SKORINA, M.D.

Indianapolis, Indiana 46254 847.331.4561 yuliya20110@yahoo.com www.linked.com/iam/yuliyaskorina

CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

Motivated, logical, and analytical Clinical Research Associate, with an emphasis on neurological and psychiatric disorders. Equally successful working on self-managed projects or collaborating on a team. Proficient at applying scientific principles to solve complex problems, and experienced in preparing technical and scientific reports and documentation. Intelligent and articulate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Approach challenges with a positive attitude and effort, and perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment requiring strong organizational skills. Research Trials Quality Control Problem Resolution Regulatory Compliance Clinical Monitoring Data / Statistical Analysis Medical Terminology / Anatomy Critical Thinking Documentation Research Protocol Process Improvement Presentations Time Management Training / Development Team Leadership / Motivation Customer Service

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
INDIANA UNIVERSITY - PURDUE UNIVERSITY INDIANAPOLIS, Indianapolis, Indiana 09/2011 - Present Medical Physiology Laboratory Assistant (Volunteer) - 09/2011 - Present Stark Neuroscience Research Institute, IUPUI School of Medicine-Department of Cellular and Integrative Physiology Participate in, and lead pre-clinical projects (animal-based model).Coordinate laboratory activities and monitor progression of assigned pre-clinical research studies in-house and on assigned research sites. Review regulatory documents and prepare study protocols. Participate in the study development and start-up process, and in Physiology Department's training programs. Oversee proper handling of laboratory specimens including processes, shipping/ storage, and documentation. Dissect adrenal glands and spinal cords from mice under microscope and save under assigned conditions for use in further projects. Work with fluorescent microscope to study properties of mice adrenal glands' chromaffin cells and animals coronary arteries' cells. Neuroscience Laboratory Research Assistant (Volunteer) - 03/2011 - Present Purdue's Department of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Center for Paralysis Research and Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering, Lafayette, Indiana. Observe laboratory techniques and assist post-doctorate fellows and graduate students in animal testing. Performing as a team member and on independent projects, work with laboratory equipment; monitor pre-clinical study progress; and prepare study documents. Accomplishments: Gained Immunofluorescence experience working on experimental slides to determine amount of Acrolein in mechanically injured spinal cord versus control samples, and to also determine Myelin in axonal area. Member of a 10-person team conducting research on how hydralazine affects multiple sclerosis symptoms. While results have been promising in animal testing, hydralazine therapy for MS is not yet ready for clinical usage. WABASH VALLEY ALLIANCE OUTPATIENT FACILITY, Lafayette, Indiana 10/2008 - 07/2010 Outpatient community-based counseling facility Counselor Provided assessment and treatment (individual, group, couple and family therapy) for adults, adolescents, and children suffering from mental illness, severe emotional turmoil, chemical dependency, and the inability to cope with the demands of everyday life. Completed all required documentation (reports, progress notes, referrals) within time frame mandated by State of Indiana. Accomplishments: Increased caseload of clients through client referrals, thereby increasing organizations revenue. Developed successful collaborative relations with outside agencies (Medicaid, DCS, medical offices and hospitals, law enforcement) through ongoing effective communication and training programs. Organized and facilitated Parenting Skills Group with 10 participants who successfully graduated from program. ASSOCIATE IN BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, Chicago, Illinois 2001 2003 & 2006 2008 Counselor (2006 2008) / Intern (2001 2003)

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ILLINOIS YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITY / CENTEGRA HORIZON BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, Chicago, Illinois 2003 2006 Counselor OUTPATIENT DISTRICT CLINIC, Lviv, Ukraine 06/1997 - 01/2000 M.D. Neurologist Specialized in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of brain and nervous system disorders affecting speech, memory, and cognitive abilities. Further specialized in spinal cord/brain injures, Alzheimer and Parkinsons disease. Performed initial neurological exams to determine localization of patient's problem. Provided medical/neurological assessment and treatment to adult patients. Educated patients and family members on the proper care and treatment of neurological disorders. Conducted in-home visits to determine patients condition, provide emergency first aid, and referrals to inpatient medical care when required. Accomplishments: Successfully treated 10-15 patients per day. Developed effective collaborative relations with specialists from other medical disciplines. Conducted clinical and public presentations on how to improve self-care and recognize first symptoms of possible neurological pathology TRANSPORT WORKER'S HOSPITAL, Lviv, Ukraine 06/1995 - 06/1997 M.D. Resident, Neurosurgical Department Conducted medical/neurological assessments related to diagnosis, treatment, and management of adult patients with brain and nervous system disorders affecting speech, memory, and cognitive abilities. Additional focus included spinal cord/brain injures, Alzheimer and Parkinsons disease. Educated patients and families on treatment of neurological disorders, and established strong relationships with industry specialists, patients, and team members. Selected subjects and monitored/tracked data from clinical trials. Participated in Global Projects. Specialized at Global and Site Monitoring and Phases II-IV of Clinical Research. Provided assistance to staff neurologists regarding medical assessments and treatment of transport workers and family members. Supported clinical neurosurgeons with surgeries and post-surgery care. Maintained high level of expertise through familiarity of clinical literature and/or attending continuing education classes, conferences, seminars, and project team meetings. Accomplishments: Successfully assisted neurosurgeons with one to two surgeries a day and after-surgery care. Completed 15 neurological complex clinical studies (clinical trials with human subjects) regarding the prevention and treatment of brain and spinal cord injuries in accordance with standard procedures.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Master of Arts,, Counseling Psychology - Adler School of Professional Psychology - Chicago, Illinois - 2006 Licensed Professional Counselor - State of Illinois - 2007 Doctor of Medicine - Emphasis in Neurology - Lviv National Medical University - Danylo Halycky - Lviv, Ukraine - 1995 Short- and Long-Term Forms of Presynaptic Plasticity University of California, Berkeley 2010 Cortical and Subcortical Mechanisms of Hearing Purdue University West Lafayette, Indiana 2011

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & PRESENTATION

Association of Clinical Research Professionals Society of Clinical Research Associates Indianapolis Society of Neuroscience Principles of Adlerian Psychology - Professional Summer School - Aspen, Netherlands - 2003

COMPUTER & LANGUAGE SKILLS

Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook Knowledge and experience in using ClinicalTrials.gov, NIH PubMed, and other NIH online resources Native Speaker - Russian and Ukrainian Above Average - Polish