Julie Ketchens

She is an experienced clinical research professional and social worker with over nine years of expertise in clinical trial management, patient care coordination, and regulatory compliance across academic medical centers and healthcare systems. Currently serving as Senior Clinical Research Associate at Premier Research, she oversees clinical trial monitoring, site management, and data quality assurance for global studies. She has progressed through CRA roles at Premier Research since 2021, demonstrating a strong track record of consistent growth and professional development. Prior to her CRA career, she served as Clinical Research Coordinator at Ochsner Health and at LSU Health Sciences Center, where she managed study protocols, patient enrollment, and data collection across multiple therapeutic areas. She also held a role as Senior Clinical Protocol and Research Coordinator at Tulane University-LACATS. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Social Worker at River Oaks Hospital, providing social services and patient support. She holds a Master of Social Work from Southern University at New Orleans. She is recognized as a detail-oriented, patient-centered professional who brings a unique blend of clinical research expertise and social work insight to every role.