About

The purpose of the UK College of Medicine Research Professionals Network is to provide opportunities for professional development and to create a space for conversations around research-specific topics of interest for research staff including coordinators, clinical associates, research nurses, and others. The group meets on the second Monday of every month.


Upcoming RPN Topics

 

Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, 1:00 p.m. - Zoom and HKRB 150
Clinical Trials Budget Development and Negotiations - Anna Rockich, PharmD

Tuesday, December 3, 12:30-2:30 p.m. - HKRB 150 Only
Children's Book Drive & Holiday Card/Bookmark Making

Monday, January 13, 1:00 p.m. - Zoom and HKRB 150
FORWARRD Recap - Andrea McCubbin

Monday, February 10, 1:00 p.m. - Zoom and HKRB 150
TBD

 

Quick Links

 

UK Research Professionals Training and Resources
A comprehensive list of links to training and resources for researchers.

Submit Feedback Here
Do you have feedback for the RPN Leadership Committee or a great idea for an RPN topic? We are looking forward to hearing from you!

RPN Membership Application
Research professionals in the UK College of Medicine, Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS), and Markey Cancer Center (MCC) are welcome to join the RPN. Please fill out the linked application and we will follow up with you soon.

RPN Mentorship Program
Applications are open for cohort 2 have closed. Please check back later for the cohort 3 schedule.
 


RPN Subcommittees

 

Clinical Research Document Subcommittee

The Clinical Research Document Subcommittee is dedicated to improving the accessibility and quality of clinical research documentation and procedures. Their mission is to create a comprehensive, organized document repository that supports researchers and their study teams.


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Research Professionals Network Archives

RPN members can view the content from the previous meetings using the links below.

RPN Archives FY24-25

RPN Archives FY23-24

RPN Archives FY22-23

  • June 12, 2023 - UK College of Medicine Grant Support: View Slides
  • May 8, 2023 - ClinicalTrials.gov Registration and Reporting: View Slides
  • April 10, 2023 - CCTS Regulatory Resources and Services: View Slides | View Recording
  • April 10, 2023 - FORWARRD Initiative Overview: View Slides
  • March 13, 2023 - Auditing Clinical Research Studies: View Slides
  • February 13, 2023 - NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy Update: View Slides
  • December 12, 2022 - CCTS Services to Support Research Professionals: View Slides
  • December 12, 2022 - CCTS and CRSO Services and Resources: View Document
  • November 14, 2022 - CRSO Coverage Analysis Overview: View Slides
  • October 10, 2022 - The CRSO: An Overview: View Slides 
  • August 8, 2022 - OSPA UK Research Infrastructure: View Slides | View Recording
  • July 11, 2022 - UK College of Medicine Orientation to Clinical Research: View Slides

RPN Leadership Committee

Natalie J Hawes


Positions Held:
  • Nurse Clinical Research III

Beth McKinney-Whitlock


Positions Held:
  • Research Associate Clinical III/UKHC

Andrea McCubbin


Positions Held:
  • Dean Associate Research Administration

Teresa Roberts, RN


Positions Held:
  • Clinical Nurse Research Manager