Laurie Herraiz has a diverse background in clinical research in academic medical centers, having started her career as an NIH-funded clinical trialist at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). She transitioned into the field of human subjects regulations and compliance, where she eventually served as the Director of the Human Research Protections Program and the Institutional Review Board. Her expertise spans clinical trial operations, regulations, and privacy law, while her current work incorporates community engagement with data governance. With her extensive knowledge and leadership, she finds great professional satisfaction in helping investigators navigate the complex regulatory landscape and bridging the gap between participants and researchers.
