Summary :

Problem Solving
I thrive on finding creative, useful solutions to problems both mundane and mission-critical

Computer Programming
I enjoy the challenge of writing elegant, extensible, and update-able code. I keep up with the latest tech news and try to stay on top of developing trends.

Relationship Management
I find that managing my relationships with co-workers and supervisors incredibly important and strive to maintain open and friendly communication at all times. I take my life-view that relationships are what matter most and apply it to my work.

Work Style
I enjoy an Agile Project Management environment that schedules priority tasks first that yield real business value early in the process. I am currently using the Pomodoro technique at work.

Specialties :

#### Computer and Internet Languages:
* Php Proficient
* Java Intermediate
* Ruby, Ruby on Rails Proficient
* MySQL/SQL Proficient
* Oracle Familiar
* CSS Proficient

#### Languages:
* Technical writing, proficient Spanish, conversant Hebrew, some Arabic and German

#### Other Experience:
* Black-Belt Recommended in ATA Songham Taekwondo
* Officer of Condominium Board, Secretary
* Technology Chair of LimmudChicago.org
* Web Administrator for other community groups

Experience

Data Manager

Northwestern University

(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

October 2008 - Present (1 year 6 months)

* Carefully manage multiple projects consisting of multiple research subjects; requires accurate tracking from as frequently as weekly to a yearly basis
* Abstract Data From Patient Records and Input Into Subject Case Report Forms For Clinical Cancer Research; clarify incomplete or conflicting records with Principal Investigators
* Assist in installing software and troubleshooting computer issues; give feedback and advice on general office and IT support Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Technology Chair

Limmud Chicago

(Religious Institutions industry)

January 2008 - Present (2 years 3 months)

* Manage website, servers, online registration, payment and donation processing
* Saved money by using free, open-source software such as Wordpress, Drupal and CiviCRM running on Red Hat Linux.

Program Assistant and Dermatology Clinical Trials Unit IT

Northwestern University

(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

August 2006 - October 2008 (2 years 3 months)

* IT Duties: Manage Databases and Weekly Extract Custom Data for Trials Status, ClinicalTrials.gov, Unit Website, and Financial Data; Order, Fix, and Set Up Computers, Networking, Video Presentation Support; Interface with University IT; MS Office; Endnote, SPSS, Site Executive
* Clinical Research Duties: Create Budgets, Billing Sheets, Manage Subject Payment and Sponsor
Invoicing; Maintain and Archive Study Records;

Sleep Research Assistant

Rush University Medical Center

(Non-Profit; Hospital & Health Care industry)

September 2005 - July 2006 (11 months)

* Run and coordinate multiple research studies
* Duties include: Score Polysomnonograms, manage subject contacts and appointments, maintain careful and precise documentation of study progress, and analyze, interpret, and present data.

WebSites

• My Website
• My Company