Episode Highlights:

• Innovative devices that reduced the need for lifelong medication

• Working with and managing stakeholder expectations

• Why saying “yes” early in your career can accelerate career clarity

Timestamps:

0:36 - What is a Clinical Research Director?

5:39 - What does a typical day look like?

15:35 - What do you enjoy?

27:52 - What do you dislike?

42:06 - How does your career compare to your initial aspirations?

45:02 - What were your career milestones?

50:06 - What advice would you give an aspiring professional?

About Our Guest:

Stephanie Monza (she/her) is a Clinical Research Director with over 15 years of experience leading global clinical trials from early feasibility through pivotal and post-market phases. With a background in sleep diagnostics and pediatric respiratory care, she began her career at the intersection of clinical need and research innovation. Her career has included a decade in industry and key milestones such as presenting pediatric-focused IDE protocols to the FDA. Stephanie is known for her collaborative leadership style, cross-functional team development, and commitment to designing trials that advance medical science and improve patient outcomes.

• Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniemonza/

• Extended Interview - ⁠patreon.com/diverseroutes ⁠

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