Rahul Krishna Puvvada
Hyderabad
Summary
Experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in streamlining clinical trial processes and enhancing team performance. Expert in project planning and risk management, coupled with stakeholder communication skills. Achieved significant milestones in clinical research, demonstrating a keen ability to mentor and lead teams towards success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Project Manager, Lab Services
IQVIA
Bengaluru
02.2023 - Current
- Crafted and executed comprehensive project management plans, encompassing monitoring, communication, milestone tracking, risk management, and action logs for clinical trials.
- Streamlined clinical trial processes by identifying and prioritizing tasks, ensuring efficient workflow.
- Conducted regular project budget reviews and managed change orders to maintain financial control.
- Proactively identified potential risks and developed robust risk mitigation strategies.
- Managed clinical supplies effectively throughout the lifecycle of clinical trials.
- Served as the primary liaison for customers, addressing urgent and critical inquiries with prompt resolutions.
- Ensured the integrity of clinical trial documentation, including the Trial Master File, Lab Manual, and Laboratory Specifications Document.
- Provided mentorship and direction to new team members, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing.
Clinical Research Coordinator (Part Time)
JSS Hospital
Mysuru
05.2019 - 04.2022
- Collaborated effectively with Principal Investigator and sponsor to ensure seamless clinical trial operations.
- Diligently adhered to study protocols to maintain the integrity of trial activities.
- Proficiently managed clinical data entry utilizing electronic databases like REDCap and Clinion.
- Promptly reported serious adverse events to the institutional ethics office, sponsor, and regulatory authorities.
- Crafted detailed case narrations for serious adverse events in source documents.
- Provided comprehensive training to junior staff on site preparation for monitoring and audit visits.
Patient Safety Pharmacovigilance Associate
NCC-PVPI, Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission
Mysuru
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Led the detection and evaluation of Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs), ensuring precise reporting to the NCC-PvPI via VigiFlow.
- Developed in-depth case narratives for ADRs, improving data accuracy in pharmacovigilance records.
- Drove ADR awareness through Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions, workshops, and outreach, boosting engagement.
- Educated patients on proper medication use and ADR awareness, promoting a proactive safety culture.
- Trained junior staff in ADR surveillance and documentation, enhancing team proficiency in pharmacovigilance practices.
Medical Reviewer
Practo Technologies
Bengaluru
12.2016 - 07.2017
- Delivered comprehensive medication information services in accessible language for all pharmaceuticals marketed in India.
- Oversaw the management of an extensive database cataloging India's marketed medications.
- Collaborated with the software development team to create a user-friendly medication information website.
- Mentored junior staff in crafting medical content that is easily understandable to the general public.
Trainee-Professional Associate
Jeevan Scientific Technology
Hyderabad
08.2016 - 11.2016
- Acquired foundational knowledge of clinical trial processes through comprehensive training courses.
- Enhanced practical skills by engaging in on-the-job training and shadowing experienced professionals.
Education
Ph.D. - An Exploration Of Self-Medication Practices Of Type 2 Diabetes In India
La Trobe University
Melbourne, Australia07.2023
Pharm.D - Medication Related Falls Among Elderly: Prevalence, Nature, Cost Implications And Risk Factors
JSS University
Mysuru, India06.2016
Skills
- Project planning and management
- Project monitoring
- Effective Stakeholder Communication
- Delivery of tasks within timelines
- Evaluating Team Dynamics
- Budget monitoring
Accomplishments
- Best Oral Presentation: Self-medication practices among people living with type 2 diabetes in India- A Systematic Review at the La Trobe University Diabetes
Research Symposium held on 9th November 2020. - La Trobe University Full Fee Research Scholarship: Awarded with La Trobe University Full Fee Research Scholarship (LTUFFRS) for pursuing Ph.D.
- Certificate of Appreciation: Received appreciation from Indian Pharmacopoeia
Commission, National Coordination Centre-Pharmacovigilance Programme of India (NCC-PvPI) for submitting 4987 ICSRs to NCC-PvPI during the period January 2017 to June 2019. - Second-Best Poster Presentation: National Conference on Pharmacoepidemiology & Pharmacoeconomics held on 26th to 28th September 2019.
Timeline
Associate Project Manager, Lab Services
IQVIA
02.2023 - Current
Clinical Research Coordinator (Part Time)
JSS Hospital
05.2019 - 04.2022
Patient Safety Pharmacovigilance Associate
NCC-PVPI, Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission
08.2017 - 04.2019
Medical Reviewer
Practo Technologies
12.2016 - 07.2017
Trainee-Professional Associate
Jeevan Scientific Technology
08.2016 - 11.2016
Ph.D. - An Exploration Of Self-Medication Practices Of Type 2 Diabetes In India
La Trobe University
Pharm.D - Medication Related Falls Among Elderly: Prevalence, Nature, Cost Implications And Risk Factors
JSS University
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