Alyssa Tran, BS, CCRP
Alyssa Tran, BS, CCRP, is a seasoned regulatory affairs professional with extensive experience in clinical research, rare disease focus, and operational innovations. Currently serving as a Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate at Baylor College of Medicine, Alyssa has built a career centered on research compliance, patient advocacy, and community engagement. Over the past two decades, she has developed expertise in navigating complex regulatory frameworks, ensuring studies meet rigorous standards, and supporting advancements in cutting-edge therapies. Her work has also included mentoring emerging professionals in the field, reflecting her commitment to cultivating the next generation of clinical research leaders.
Alyssa’s academic foundation in biology from the University of Houston, coupled with her certification as a Clinical Research Professional (CCRP), has equipped her with both the scientific knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in regulatory oversight. She has contributed to numerous publications, including research on genetic disorders and therapeutic innovations, highlighting her dedication to advancing medical science. Her focus on rare disease therapies demonstrates a passion for making tangible impacts in patients’ lives.
Beyond her professional achievements, Alyssa is actively engaged in volunteer work and leadership roles, including serving on the board of the KMT2C Foundation and participating in initiatives at Texas Children’s Hospital. She combines her expertise in regulatory affairs with a commitment to community and patient advocacy, ensuring that her work in clinical research not only meets compliance standards but also serves the broader goal of improving patient outcomes and advancing biomedical innovation.
• Certified Clinical Research Professional
• Society of Clinical Research Associates
• University of Houston- B.S.
• North Harris College- A.S.
• Research Subject Advocate Award
• CCRP
• SOCRA
• Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society
• National Organization for Rare Disorders
• University of Houston
• Undiagnosed Diseases Network
• Baylor College of Medicine
• KMT2C Foundation
• Gulf Coast Consortia - Research
• Texas Children's Hospital
• Undiagnosed Diseases Network
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to hard work, a patient-first mindset, and a dedication to advocacy, which has guided my contributions in FDA clinical trials and earned me the first Designated Recipient Award from Texas Children’s Hospital.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve received is that you can achieve anything you set your mind to, as long as you put in the work and remain committed to your goals.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is simple: you can, and you will.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest opportunities in my field right now is exploring creative avenues and using my experience and resilience to inspire the next generation of women in clinical research.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in work and life are dedication, hard work, and constantly striving to improve myself each day.