Rachael J. Cerniway
113 Foxhound Dr., Madison,Alabama
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional looking to serve as a company representative or client manager to promote positive business relations with clients. Strong track record of driving complex initiatives from concept to completion, while maintaining clear communication across all levels of stakeholders. I bring a strategic, solutions-focused mindset to projects, consistently balancing quality, timelines, and stakeholder satisfaction. My collaborative approach fosters trust, accountability, and measurable deliverables.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher - Instruction
Madison Academy
Huntsville, Alabama
07.2022 - Current
- Oversaw and lead project management tasks including scheduling and planning of meetings and conferences, curriculum development and pacing of instructional materials, implementing communication strategies between staff and clients, and liaising on the alignment of staff responsibilities and resources to support instructional goals and organizational priorities.
- Served as team-lead on the Building Improvement Committee, partnering with leadership to develop and implement school-wide improvement strategies aligned with performance goals and refining polices to better reflect our mission and values.
- Directed grade-level operations by coordinating pacing guides, lesson planning, instructional delivery, and conferences with clients to streamline workflow and maximize instructional time.
- Lead cross-functional grade-level team, driving collaboration, aligning departmental goals, and ensuring delivery of consistent, standards-aligned instruction.
Senior Scientific Editor - Peer Reviewer
Oxford University Press
Bethesda, Maryland
01.2002 - 06.2004
- Lead rigorous end-to-end peer review and approval processes by evaluating scientific manuscripts for relevance, integrity, and accuracy, ensuring the delivering of high-quality deliverables aligned with operational timelines.
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders - including clients, subject matter experts, and external reviewer teams to resolve content issues, clarify requirements, and maintain alignment with top-tier scientific and industry benchmarks.
- Acted as a key liaison between clients and review teams, facilitating clear communication and consensus-building to align deliverables with strategic objectives.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, prioritizing tasks and resources to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail across diverse subject areas.
- Streamlined review and revision workflows by implementing process improvements that reduced turnaround time while maintaining scientific integrity.
- Delivered detailed, constructive feedback with a customer-centric approach, balancing client satisfaction with organizational quality standards.
Research Associate - Cardiology
University of Virginia Health Sciences Center
Charlottesville, Virginia
06.1998 - 06.2001
- Contributed to end-to-end project management of complex research initiatives, from experimental design and resource planning to data analysis and results dissemination.
- Coordinated diverse teams of researchers, lab technicians, and external collaborators to align project activities with research milestones and strategic goals.
- Facilitated partnerships with internal departments and external clients to drive innovation, share resources, and enhance project outcomes.
- Presented research findings to stakeholders, executive leadership, and global academic audiences, ensuring transparency and engagement with ongoing project progress.
- Performed high-level statistical analysis and interpretation of experimental data to inform key project decisions and support strategic direction.
- Lead weekly team progress meetings and strategy discussions to maintain alignment with project objectives and timelines.
- Authored and published peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts as lead author, demonstrating expert level communication, writing, and project ownership.
- Synthesized complex data into clear, compelling publications alignment with organizational and scientific standards.
- Secured competitive research funding through successful grant proposals, aligning scientific objectives to founder priorities and demonstrations ROI through deliverable-driven outcomes.
Education
Ph.D. - Candidate - Physiology And Pharmacology
University of Sydney
NSW, Australia07-1998
Bachelor of Science - Honors Degree - Equivalent of Masters in US
James Cook University
QLD, Australia 12-1993
Bachelor of Science - Double Major in Chemistry And Biochemistry
James Cook University
QLD, Australia 12-1992
Skills
- Stakeholder engagement and management
- Client relationship management
- Cross-functional team management
- Strategic thinking and resource planning
- Team collaboration and project scheduling
- Multitasking and problem-solving abilities
- Organizational and time management skills
- Client communication and interpersonal skills
Affiliations
- I enjoy gardening, home decorating, and spending quality time with my family. These activities keep me grounded, creative, and balanced; reflecting my appreciation for growth, attention to detail, and fostering relationships.
Accomplishments
- Parents' Association Teacher Award: Most Valued Teacher, May 2023
- Australian Heart Foundation Award: Distinguished Post-Graduate Student, June 1998
- James Cook University Post-Graduation Scholarship: PhD scholarship, 1994-1997
Certification
- Professional Educator Certificate with professional reading endorsement; State of Florida Department of Education. Valid: 07/01/2024 - 06/30/2029
Citizenship
- Citizen of Australia
- Citizen of the United States of America
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Teacher - Instruction
Madison Academy
07.2022 - Current
Senior Scientific Editor - Peer Reviewer
Oxford University Press
01.2002 - 06.2004
Research Associate - Cardiology
University of Virginia Health Sciences Center
06.1998 - 06.2001
Ph.D. - Candidate - Physiology And Pharmacology
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Science - Honors Degree - Equivalent of Masters in US
James Cook University
Bachelor of Science - Double Major in Chemistry And Biochemistry
James Cook University
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