Darlese Solorzano, MBA, Acrp Cp, Acrp Pm
About Darlese Solorzano, MBA, Acrp Cp, Acrp Pm
Darlese Solorzano is a Quality Assurance Manager at The National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2019. She holds an MBA and an MS in Biotechnology, and has experience in clinical research and data management from her previous roles at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Current Role as Quality Assurance Manager
Darlese Solorzano serves as a Quality Assurance Manager at The National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for conducting audits and creating Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) to enhance compliance in clinical research. She develops strategic objectives to ensure adherence to federal regulations and applicable guidelines, contributing to the integrity of research activities at NIH.
Experience at National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Darlese Solorzano worked at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute in various capacities. She served as a Clinical Data Manager from 2017 to 2018 for seven months, and as a Clinical Research Associate for six months in 2018. During her time there, she gained experience in managing clinical data and supporting research initiatives in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Educational Background
Darlese Solorzano has a solid educational foundation. She earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology from the University of Maryland Global Campus, studying from 2012 to 2016. She then pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Administration and Management at the University of Maryland University College, completing her studies from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Science (MS) in Biotechnology from the University of Maryland Global Campus, studying from 2020 to 2022.
Previous Work Experience
Before her roles at NIH and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, Darlese Solorzano worked as a Certified Pharmacy Technician at CVS Pharmacy from 2011 to 2012. This position provided her with foundational experience in the healthcare field, contributing to her subsequent roles in clinical research and quality assurance.
Contributions to Clinical Research Compliance
At NIH, Darlese Solorzano has played a significant role in enhancing compliance within clinical research. She has analyzed metrics and developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support the Office of Research Support and Compliance. Her efforts ensure that research practices align with established standards and regulations.