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Maria Shacreaw

Recruitment Manager

Maria Shacreaw is a dedicated professional who joined ONCOtherapeutics in 2024, bringing with her steadfast commitment to excellence and a wealth of experience in clinical research management. Maria is an accomplished professional known for orchestrating successful clinical trials from inception to closure. Their journey in the field began at Curative, a pioneering startup dedicated to combating the COVID-19 pandemic, where they served as a Clinical Research Associate. During their tenure, Maria skillfully led a team of 11 individuals, overseeing the intricacies of 13 medical device trials and forging collaborative partnerships with international Contract Research Organizations (CROs). Their adeptness in project management was evidenced by their supervision of longitudinal, multi-site trials, which resulted in the enrollment and consent of over 4900 patients across various studies, boasting an impressive 82% retention rate.

Elevating their career trajectory, Maria assumed the role of Clinical Operations Manager at Parexel, a prominent clinical research organization renowned for its groundbreaking contributions to pharmaceutical research. In this capacity, they exhibited exemplary leadership, guiding Clinical Operations staff and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and client-centricity. Notably, Maria played a pivotal role in steering high-stakes projects within Parexel’s Early Phase Clinical Unit in Los Angeles, specializing in First in Human (FIH) and Phase 1 pharmaceutical research studies. Their proficiency in regulatory practices and meticulous attention to detail ensured compliance with FDA, ICH, and GCP regulations, thereby upholding the highest standards of quality and ethics in clinical research.

An ardent advocate for innovation, Maria is deeply passionate about leveraging database and computer technology to drive advancements in the field of clinical research. Armed with a diverse skill set and a proven track record of success, they are poised to embark on their next professional endeavor, seeking a challenging role that will allow them to continue making impactful contributions to the realm of clinical research.