Tamika Harris
Clinical Operations Manager - Regulatory
Merck
Tamika Harris is a Clinical Operations Manager with nearly four years at Merck and over two decades of experience in clinical research and regulatory affairs. Her career journey—from Human Resources Assistant at Northwestern Medical to Regulatory Affairs Manager at the University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center—reflects a steady progression through site-based roles into sponsor-level leadership. Tamika currently supports regulatory operations within Merck’s Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO) team, where she excels in trial management, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. In January 2025, Tamika began her Master’s in Clinical Research Management at Arizona State University to deepen her expertise. Her passion for advancing medical research and improving patient care drives her commitment to mentoring others navigating the transition from site to sponsor. Tamika brings a strategic mindset, operational excellence, and a collaborative spirit to every team she leads.