Maria Nicholson
About Maria Nicholson
Maria Nicholson serves as the Group Lead and Project Manager at Suvoda, where she has worked since 2017. She provides mentorship to her team and leads projects focused on Interactive Response Technology systems.
Work at Suvoda
Maria Nicholson has been with Suvoda since 2017, initially serving as an Associate Project Manager for 11 months. She transitioned to a Technical Consultant I role for 2 months in 2018 before taking on the position of Project Manager in 2018. In 2019, she advanced to Group Lead, Project Manager, where she has been for 5 years. In her current role, she leads a cross-functional project team that delivers Interactive Response Technology (IRT) systems for randomization and drug supply management. She also acts as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
Education and Expertise
Maria Nicholson earned an Honors Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from the University of Delaware, completing her studies from 2012 to 2016. During her time at the university, she also worked as an Undergraduate Researcher from 2014 to 2016. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in project management and technology implementation within the pharmaceutical sector.
Background
Before joining Suvoda, Maria Nicholson gained diverse experience in various roles. She worked as an Intern at Worldwide Glass Resources for 5 months in 2016 and as an Assistant Teacher at Engineering For Kids for 2 months in the same year. Additionally, she served as a Student Caller at RuffaloCODY from 2013 to 2016 while studying at the University of Delaware. This combination of roles has contributed to her skill set in project management and client interaction.
Mentorship and Training
In her current role as Group Lead, Project Manager at Suvoda, Maria Nicholson provides mentorship and training to 2-3 direct reports. This responsibility highlights her commitment to developing talent within her department and ensuring that her team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their roles.
Client Engagement and Process Improvement
Maria Nicholson travels to client sites to conduct user training sessions and attend meetings, ensuring effective communication and support throughout the project lifecycle. She also assists the product team by providing feedback for the design and development of new project features based on client requests and her project experience. Additionally, she identifies and helps implement process improvements for the services department, contributing to enhanced efficiency and client satisfaction.