Varsha Surampudi
About Varsha Surampudi
Varsha Surampudi is a Project Manager and Senior Data Manager at DLH Corporation, where she has worked since 2010. She specializes in managing complex, federally funded research projects and has a strong background in biostatistics and data management.
Work at DLH Corporation
Varsha Surampudi has been employed at DLH Corporation since 2010, holding the positions of Project Manager and Senior Data Manager. Over her 14 years at the company, she has managed complex, multi-million-dollar federally funded research projects for notable institutions including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), and National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). Her role involves overseeing project governance and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Education and Expertise
Varsha Surampudi has a robust educational background in biochemistry and biostatistics. She earned her Master of Science in Biostatistics from Drexel University, completing her studies from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, she obtained a Master of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Madras between 2003 and 2005, and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Chemistry from Osmania University from 2000 to 2003. Her expertise includes advanced statistical programming using SAS, SQL, and R, focusing on data analysis and reporting.
Background in Research
Before joining DLH Corporation, Varsha Surampudi worked as a Graduate Research Associate in Biostatistics at the University of Pennsylvania for seven months in 2010. During her tenure at the Center for Psychotherapy Research, she contributed to research initiatives that required strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of biostatistical methodologies.
Achievements in Data Management
Varsha Surampudi has led the development of skilled teams of programmers and analysts, emphasizing clinical and laboratory data management. She specializes in the complete data management life cycle, particularly in multi-center clinical trials. Additionally, she has authored Data Management Plans (DMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practices, demonstrating her commitment to maintaining high standards in data integrity and project execution.