Adelaide Amah
Saskatoon
Summary
Research professional with background in patient-oriented research currently working to facilitate learning health systems through collaborative research with Patient Partners and diverse knowledge users on high-impact projects. Proven record in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support decision-making processes. Demonstrated ability to utilize critical thinking and attention to detail in conducting comprehensive research. Committed to contributing to groundbreaking research that drives innovation and positive change.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Specialist
Saskatchewan Health Authority
09.2022 - Current
- Established partnerships with external organizations to facilitate collaborative research efforts towards developing learning health systems in Saskatchewan.
- Engaged Patient Partners meaningfully throughout the project life cycle, from initiation to close, to garner unique insights and conduct research that aligns with patient-identified priorities.
- Coordinated research-related activities and provided guidance on all aspects of research including research ethics, study design, data collection, data analysis, and knowledge translation.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Engaged Indigenous communities and knowledge users across the province to map existing mental health and substance use programs across Saskatchewan and identify gaps.
- Presented research findings at national conferences, contributing to the advancement of industry knowledge that aligns with organization strategic priorities.
- Developed a survey instrument to establish standardized data collection system for Long COVID research across Canada.
- Contributed to manuscript preparation and submission for peer-reviewed publications.
Convocation Head Usher
University of Saskatchewan
10.2012 - 10.2023
- Managed and coordinated scheduling and assignments for thirty ushers, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times during ceremony processions.
- Organized program information for each convocation ceremony and communicated upcoming changes to ensure team members were adequately prepared to perform all duties and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Improved audience experience by efficiently managing seating arrangements, facilitating accessibility requests and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Directed faculty, platform party guests and graduands to their respective locations on stage during the ceremony.
- Enhanced hall safety by conducting regular inspections of facilities and implementing necessary improvements.
Quality Assurance/Research Assistant
RMD Engineering
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Contributed to the development of an emergency-use ventilator during the height of the pandemic to assist first responders and alleviate concerns relating to shortages across the province.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with R&D, engineering and production teams to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Completed quality assurance auditing – Establishing product specifications, measuring production, documenting evidence, determining operational and performance qualifications.
- Extracted data from database software and synthesized the information to develop analytical reports that were clear and easy to follow for all audiences including management, corporate executives and clients.
- Maintained and updated company procedures, policies, forms and work instructions to conform to ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and ISO 14155 for medical device manufacturing quality assurance program.
- Developed and maintained records of the required standards to facilitate compliance with ISO 13485 and MDSAP programs in addition to Health Canada and FDA regulatory requirements.
- Assisted with project funding applications.
- Updated hazardous materials inventory record and safety data sheet files to support the company's health and safety program.
- Collection, analysis and presentation of powder coating operational data to assist with development of the cost estimating system.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Saskatchewan
09.2016 - 04.2019
- Provided an introduction to the theory and application of basic laboratory techniques in biochemistry, cell biology and microbiology.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication to foster an inclusive learning environment.
- Supported instructors in grading exams and papers, maintaining accurate records of student performance throughout the term.
- Mentored eighty students weekly through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Assisted Lab Coordinator during weekly lab sessions for workstation set-up and during experiment demonstrations.
Research Assistant
University of Saskatchewan
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Assisted in training new lab hires and the mentoring of undergraduate students undertaking summer research projects
- Performed biochemistry techniques to assess protein levels in animal tissue (Western Blotting and Mass Spectrometry)
- Executed differential staining with light microscopy and confocal imaging to compare neuronal cell health between control and intervention sample groups
- Conducted small animal experiments and implemented surgery protocols for ischemic stroke and perfusion during research testing
- Conducted animal behaviour testing after intervention treatments to investigate differences in performance, and analyzed these findings using Ethovision XT12.
- Used electrophysiology pCLAMP experiments to assess changes in synaptic transmission in real time with different drug interventions
Research Student Interviewer
University of Saskatchewan
02.2013 - 04.2013
- Completed and recorded a series of telephone interviews within different communities in Saskatoon to gather information about socioeconomic status and quality of life.
- Assisted the Research Coordinator with qualitative data collection and entry at the Social Sciences Research Laboratory.
Education
High School Diploma -
Master of Science - Health Sciences
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK11-2019
Bachelor of Science - Physiology And Pharmacology
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK06-2015
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Policy analysis
- Research design
- Literature review
- Data collection and interpretation
- Survey design
Accomplishments
Manuscripts
- Mapping the landscape of mental health and long COVID: a protocol for scoping review. Adeyinka DA, Amah A, Husband A, Miller L, Hedlund D, Alphonsus KB & Groot G. BMJ Open. 2024
- A review of Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) for characterizing Long COVID (LC)—merits, gaps, and recommendations. Ejalonibu, H., Amah, A., Aburub, A., Kumar, P., Frederick, D. E., & Groot, G. Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes. 2024.
- Development of a Minimum Data Set for Long COVID: A Delphi Study Protocol. Amah, A., Kumar, P., Ejalonibu, H., Chavda, B., Aburub, A., Greene, R., Kemp, D., Frederick, D. E., Mazurik, K., Long COVID Web, Slagerman, S., Dumitrescu, D., & Groot, G. BMJ Open. 2024.
- Experiences and Needs Regarding Long COVID in Métis Communities of Saskatchewan: Protocol for a Phenomenological Study. Mazurik, K., Diaz Vega, M., Bickford, D., Amah, A., Dumitrescu, D. I., McHenry, S., Hewitt, R., Brock, T., Racette, C., Morin, RJ., Labine, N., Barreno, L., & Groot, G. 2024. Submitted to BMJ Open, awaiting decision.
- Development of a Minimum Data Set for Long COVID: A Delphi Consensus Study. Mazurik, K., Amah A., Dumistrescu D., Ejalonibu H., Chavda B., Kemp D., Frederick DE., Mclean C., Décary S, Gruneir A., Halas G., Hoens AM., Kho M., Long COVID Web & Groot G. 2024. Submitted to BMJ Open, awaiting decision.
Conferences
- Identifying Questions of Interest to Inform Long COVID Patient Registries – A Literature Review. September 2023. 1st Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Toronto, ON.
- Comprehensive selection of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) for Characterizing Long COVID (LC). September 2023. 1st Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Toronto, ON.
- The effect of anti-diabetic drug, metformin, on adenosine signalling during hypoxia in an ex-vivo pre-clinical stroke setting. October 2018. Neuroscience Research Symposium, University of Saskatchewan
- Chronic A1R stimulation increases microglia activation and neurodegeneration in the hippocampus. May 2018. Health and Life Sciences Research Exposition, University of Saskatchewan
- The antidiabetic drug metformin prevents neurodegeneration and hippocampal-dependent learning deficits after chronic systemic administration of an adenosine mimicking compound. November 2017. Society for Neuroscience Annual Conference, Washington D.C, U.S.A.
Certification
- Building Research Relationships with Indigenous Communities
- Indigenous Research Methodologies
- CIHR Institute of Gender and Health Core Competency Module for Sex and Gender in Biomedical Research
- CIHR Institute of Gender and Health Core Competency Module for Sex and Gender in Primary Data Collection with Human Participants
- CIHR Institute of Gender and Health Core Competency Module for Sex and Gender in the Analysis of Secondary Data from Human Participants
- NIDA Clinical Trials Network Good Clinical Practice
- McMaster University Chart Review Tutorial
- McMaster Health Forum Virtual Nano Course on Enabling Learning Health Systems
- Foundations in Patient-Oriented Research Module 1: Patient-Oriented Research
- Foundations in Patient-Oriented Research Module 2: Fundamentals of Health Research in Canada
- Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2: CORE 2022)
- WHMIS 2015 for Saskatchewan Workers
Timeline
Research Specialist
Saskatchewan Health Authority
09.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance/Research Assistant
RMD Engineering
10.2020 - 10.2021
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Saskatchewan
09.2016 - 04.2019
Research Assistant
University of Saskatchewan
09.2015 - 09.2017
Research Student Interviewer
University of Saskatchewan
02.2013 - 04.2013
Convocation Head Usher
University of Saskatchewan
10.2012 - 10.2023
- Building Research Relationships with Indigenous Communities
- Indigenous Research Methodologies
- CIHR Institute of Gender and Health Core Competency Module for Sex and Gender in Biomedical Research
- CIHR Institute of Gender and Health Core Competency Module for Sex and Gender in Primary Data Collection with Human Participants
- CIHR Institute of Gender and Health Core Competency Module for Sex and Gender in the Analysis of Secondary Data from Human Participants
- NIDA Clinical Trials Network Good Clinical Practice
- McMaster University Chart Review Tutorial
- McMaster Health Forum Virtual Nano Course on Enabling Learning Health Systems
- Foundations in Patient-Oriented Research Module 1: Patient-Oriented Research
- Foundations in Patient-Oriented Research Module 2: Fundamentals of Health Research in Canada
- Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2: CORE 2022)
- WHMIS 2015 for Saskatchewan Workers
High School Diploma -
Master of Science - Health Sciences
University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor of Science - Physiology And Pharmacology
University of Saskatchewan
Similar Profiles
Dennis UllagaddiDennis Ullagaddi
Registered Nurse, Community Intravenous Program at Saskatchewan Health AuthorityRegistered Nurse, Community Intravenous Program at Saskatchewan Health Authority
Himani SathwaraHimani Sathwara
Food Service Worker at Parkside – Saskatchewan Health AuthorityFood Service Worker at Parkside – Saskatchewan Health Authority
Kimberly SimoneauKimberly Simoneau
Social Worker at Saskatchewan Health AuthoritySocial Worker at Saskatchewan Health Authority