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Daniela Surace

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Proactive Project Manager with substantial experience in managing and delivering complex projects. Successfully maintained stakeholder relationships and ensured project completion within deadlines while upholding quality and safety. Skilled in project presentation, document coordination, and meeting objectives, bringing strong organisational and communication strengths. Strong interest in public health and research.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Officer

The Alfred Hospital
10.2023 - Current
  • Kept senior management and funding body well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
  • Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Facilitated workshops, training, mentoring sessions to embed capability to implement the NCTGF.
  • Monitored progress against established metrics continually adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results successfully and requirements of regional partners

Project Manager

Novotech
05.2022 - 09.2023
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organisational goals.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Determined project feasibility considering sponsor and local resources, including selection and management of investigational sites in order to meet client objectives and timelines.
  • Ensured set up and maintenance of all project plans & study tracking tools, clinical monitoring plan and other operational plans as required
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Set up and management of the Novotech project team, including vendors and sub-contractors.

Clinical Trial Project Manager

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
08.2017 - 04.2022
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Developed project plans, metrics and timelines for new projects in collaboration with C/PI, biostatistics and data management. Coordinate and assist in the development, review and amendment of study protocols. Including the coordination and project management of clinical trial operational, logistics and service provider requirements as required e.g. laboratory, pharmacy, CROs
  • Developed study documentation in relation to data management and provide input for development of eCRF
  • Oversight and management of clinical trial safety reporting requirements as per protocol, regulations and guidelines. Maintain an SAE database, includes review of SAEs, reconciliation with sponsors and escalation where required.
  • Reviewed and prepared ethics submissions and approvals, locally and internationally.

Project Manager

Fawkner Community House
09.2015 - 07.2017
  • Established and implemented the Social Cohesion Project in Fawkner which included, Employment Mentoring Program and Social mentoring Program for new arrivals in Fawkner and surrounding Moreland suburbs using best practice community development methodologies
  • Provided work placements or mentors with local employers and job search skills training in the form of classes or personalised training
  • Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
  • Established and maintained Monthly Welcome Dinners for newly arrived residents. Facilitated Leadership Training 2 day Workshop for local community leaders and members.

Project Manager

Cancer Council Victoria
02.2011 - 04.2014
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously, 80 ongoing active research applications.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Prepared and ensured execution of Materials Transfer Agreements, Service Agreements and Multi Party Agreements between VCB and collaborating institutions, liaised with legal personnel if needed.

Research Assistant

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
05.2001 - 09.2010
  • Organised research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
  • Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.

Education

BACHELOR OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES WITH HONORS - Biology

La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC
1999

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Presentation Skills
  • Document coordination
  • Report Writing
  • Attention to Detail

Languages

Italian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Project Officer

The Alfred Hospital
10.2023 - Current

Project Manager

Novotech
05.2022 - 09.2023

Clinical Trial Project Manager

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
08.2017 - 04.2022

Project Manager

Fawkner Community House
09.2015 - 07.2017

Project Manager

Cancer Council Victoria
02.2011 - 04.2014

Research Assistant

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
05.2001 - 09.2010

BACHELOR OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES WITH HONORS - Biology

La Trobe University
Daniela Surace