Sharron E. Dawes, Ph.D.

Chula Vista, CA sharron.dawes@gmail.com 619-818-0415

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharrondawes

Medical/Healthcare Researcher

Experienced professional with proven success in management and research, in clinical environments in

the United States and Australia. Accomplished neuropsychologist with extensive background working

with people with severe cognitive disorders and mental illness including MDD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar

disorder, HIV/AIDS, substance disorders, Hepatitis C, and Alzheimer’s disease, and other dementias.

Strong ability to manage large-scale trials. Well-versed in data collection, integrity and analysis, tissue

dispensation, visit information and coordination, IRB submissions, consent development, and quality

assurance issues (GCP/ICH). Demonstrated skills in instructing graduate and undergraduate students in

Psychology. Published author and noted presentation speaker.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Clinical Disorders Project Management Healthy/Successful Aging Team

Leadership Co-occurring Disorders fMRI Research and Methodologies Test

Score interpretation Ethical Issues Consent and Competency Enhanced

Consent Procedures GCP/ICH Brain Disorder Rehabilitation Efforts

Multivariate, Univariate Methodologies SPSS MATLAB Microsoft Office Suite

Peer-Reviewed Publications and Book Chapters.

EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS MEDAVANTE INC., Hamilton, NJ 2012 to 2015 Clinician Reviewed and rated novel medications or medication indicators for adults with severe mental and/or

physical illness and other neurocognitive disorders. Monitored, administered and blindly analyzed,

scored, and provided recommendations to site raters on conducting standardized, structured and semi-

structured diagnostic and severity tests for clinical trials involving schizophrenia, major depression,

Alzheimer’s disease and other neuropsychiatric conditions. Guaranteed accurate review of site data

through standardized methods. Followed sponsor protocol-specific requests and appropriate good

clinical practices and internal procedures. Attended clinical and team meetings and continuing

calibration and training. Oversaw projects to set up and maintain large database of key research

publications. Gathered databases and conducted statistical analysis of data. Worked on additional

research-related projects including documentation reviews, assisting review and quality check of tablet-

based assessment tools, and statistical analysis for other projects. ♦ Initiated collaborations to help with statistical analysis, worked with a diverse group of clinicians

from all over the world and assessed patients in an understanding and empathetic manner

especially when they were frustrated or upset with the assessments. SOUTHWESTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Chula Vista, CA 2012 Adjunct Professor Developed and taught Psychology 260 Intro to Physiological Psychology and Psychology 101 General

Psychology courses to approximately 35 students per course. Encouraged student learning through

various teaching methods. Conversed with students and co-workers about subject-related issues by

email, telephone, and individually. Prepared and delivered lectures/tutorials/assignments/exams.

Graded assignments and exams. ♦ Able to conduct the courses in a professional and competent manner even though had only been

given 1 week to prepare for the courses and learn how the Southwestern Community College

systems and expectations worked. ♦ Successfully helped students to learn the material required to pass the courses with a low

student failure rate and kept on track with assessments and unit modules with quick turnaround

for assessment feedback to students.

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SHARP MESA VISTA HOSPITAL, San Diego, CA 2010 to 2012 Clinical Trials Specialist Assessed behavioral and cognitive assessments for novel medication trials for adults and adolescents

with Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective Disorder and Bipolar Disorder. Conducted clinical interviews of

research participants (prospective and current) to determine history and treatment of current

psychiatric disorder. Supervised ongoing and beginning outpatient medication research studies

including IRB submission and review and sponsor documents, protocols, and clinical information.

Trained and monitored nursing students including reviewing case studies and educating about research

methodologies. ♦ Successfully enrolled participants and maintained their participation in the trials; liaised with

clinical monitors, medical staff and others associated with the trials to ensure smooth running of

the trials. Set up collaborative outreach program with outpatient departments to increase

awareness of the trials that were available for patients. UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA–SAN DIEGO San Diego, CA 2004 to 2010 Department of Psychiatry T-32 Geropsychiatry Postdoctoral Fellow (2007-2010) Researched neurocognitive elements of Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and

Normal/Successful Aging. Investigated data and wrote research publications. Administered structured

clinical interview for DSM-IV (Depression, Mania, Hypomania, Schizophrenia, Substance and Alcohol

Abuse and Dependence, Psychosis Screening and Overview modules). Trained and mentored research

assistants including leading monthly meetings and resolving cases. Conducted and attended seminars,

and coordinated monthly research career preparedness meetings. ♦ Completed ongoing education courses including professional writing, statistics (basic and mixed-

models), neuroanatomy, fMRI and ethics for academics. Project Scientist/Postdoctoral Researcher HNRC (2004-2007) Performed neurocognitive assessment of and research for HIV, Hepatitis C Virus and Methamphetamine

Dependence. Managed and coordinated daily operations of multi-site longitudinal National Institute of

Mental Health-funded study analyzing impact of advanced AIDS pre- and post-mortem. Conducted

structured clinical interviews for DSM-IV (Depression, Mania, Substance and Alcohol Abuse and

Dependence, ADHD, Psychosis Screening and Overview modules). Provided clinical ratings and

diagnosis of HIV/AIDS-related cognitive impairment. Analyzed data and wrote research publications. ♦ Served as case conference liaison for Neurobehavioral Core.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Doctorate of Philosophy in Psychology with Clinical Neuropsychology/Assessment Focus University of Southern Queensland, Australia

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honors Program) University of Southern Queensland, Australia

Member, Psychologists Board of Queensland, Australia; International Neuropsychological Society;

National Academy of Neuropsychology, USA; and American Psychological Association

Ad-Hoc Reviewer for American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry; Journal of Aging and Health; and

Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology

List of Publications and Presentations Available Upon Request