Mahmood Rashidi, Ccrp, Cdm
About Mahmood Rashidi, Ccrp, Cdm
Mahmood Rashidi is a Clinical Data Manager II at The National Institutes of Health, with extensive experience in clinical data management and research. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Genetics from the University of Guelph and has worked in various roles in clinical research and laboratory management.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Mahmood Rashidi serves as a Clinical Data Manager II at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, since 2018. In this role, he oversees clinical data management project timelines across multiple complex studies and programs. His responsibilities include evaluating and mitigating risks within clinical data management programs and providing technical oversight of service providers. He ensures that data management functions align with case report forms, protocols, and safety data standards.
Previous Experience at University of Guelph
Mahmood Rashidi worked at the University of Guelph for eight months in 2011 as a Research Technician in the Department of Food Science. Prior to this role, he also served as a Research Project member in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology for eight months in 2011. His experience at the University of Guelph contributed to his expertise in clinical data management and research methodologies.
Professional Background in Clinical Research
Before joining the National Institutes of Health, Mahmood Rashidi held the position of Clinical Data Administrator at Amarex Clinical Research, LLC from 2013 to 2018. He also worked as a Clinical Research Technician at the Professor Alborzi Clinical Microbiology Research Center in Shiraz, Iran, from 2000 to 2005. His background includes roles that focused on clinical data management, site monitoring, and data validation.
Educational Qualifications
Mahmood Rashidi obtained a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Genetics from the University of Guelph, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He also earned an Associate’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences in Iran, completing his studies from 1992 to 1994. His educational background supports his expertise in clinical data management and research.
Expertise in Clinical Data Management
Mahmood Rashidi possesses extensive expertise in various aspects of clinical data management, including CRF design, data validation, and discrepancy management. He is knowledgeable in SAS programming and has experience in eTMF management and source data extraction. His role involves assessing the quality of statistical programming processes and participating in cross-functional process initiatives, ensuring high standards in clinical data management.