Melissa Joyce, Ccrp
About Melissa Joyce, Ccrp
Melissa Joyce, CCRP, serves as the Sr. Manager of Clinical Research Site Management at Carelon and has over 10 years of experience in clinical research management. She has held various roles in organizations such as New England Research Institutes, Inc. and PAREXEL, specializing in regulatory procedures, medical imaging data management, and clinical indications.
Current Role at Carelon
Melissa Joyce serves as the Senior Manager of Clinical Research Site Management at Carelon, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees the management of clinical research sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating effective study execution. Her responsibilities include coordinating site operations and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance research outcomes.
Previous Experience at New England Research Institutes, Inc.
Before her current role at Carelon, Melissa Joyce worked at New England Research Institutes, Inc. (NERI) for a total of six years. She began as a Clinical Research Associate from 2012 to 2014, then advanced to Lead/Sr. Clinical Research Associate from 2014 to 2016, and later served as Manager of Clinical Research Site Operations from 2016 to 2021. Her experience at NERI involved managing clinical trials and ensuring adherence to protocols and regulatory requirements.
Experience at PAREXEL
Melissa Joyce has held multiple positions at PAREXEL from 2008 to 2012. She started as a Medical Imaging Assistant, then progressed to Medical Imaging Research Associate, and later served as Imaging Operations Lead for a brief period. Her roles involved managing medical imaging data and supporting clinical research initiatives, contributing to her expertise in clinical research management.
Education and Certification
Melissa Joyce earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Integrated Science and Technology from James Madison University, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. She also completed high school at Falmouth High School in Maine. Additionally, she is a SoCRA certified Clinical Research Professional, demonstrating her commitment to maintaining high standards in clinical research practices.
Clinical Research Expertise
With over 10 years of experience in clinical research management, Melissa Joyce has developed expertise in various areas, including regulatory site start-up, routine site monitoring, and study close-out procedures. She possesses clinical indication experience in conditions such as PAD, congestive heart failure, and various cancers. Her extensive knowledge also encompasses managing and processing medical imaging data, including CT and MRI scans.