Reed Seward

global registrational studies. He has built a dependable career in this field, supported by more than 10 years of experience in clinical research.

Throughout Reed's career, he has developed a clear understanding of study coordination, monitoring processes, and regulatory expectations. His work reflects consistent involvement in clinical trial operations, including planning, execution, and reporting. Over time, he has taken on roles with increasing responsibility, thereby strengthening his ability to support study teams and maintain compliance with required standards.

Professional Career

Seward joined IQVIA in 2021 as a Clinical Research Associate II. After one year, he was promoted to Senior Clinical Research Associate I. In 2024, he moved into his current role as Senior Clinical Research Associate II. In this position, he contributes to oversight of clinical trials and helps ensure that studies are conducted in accordance with protocols and regulatory guidelines. His progress within the same organization reflects steady growth and a consistent approach to his responsibilities.

His Work at CTI Clinical Trial & Consulting

Before joining IQVIA, Reed worked at a contract research organization in Ohio for nearly 6 years. This organization provides full-service support to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. He began there in 2015 as a Study Coordinator, supporting a wide range of clinical trial activities.

Seward's responsibilities included assisting with the preparation of project plans and developing study-specific procedures. He maintained enrollment and screening databases to ensure they remained accurate and up to date. He also supported the regulatory team during the site activation startup phase. In addition, he tracked investigator grants and payments, worked with third-party vendors, and prepared both internal and external reports when required.

Reed also provided backup support for site management activities and kept study managers or directors informed about progress, outstanding items, and any issues. His role included assisting with study supply tracking and drug management processes. This position helped him gain practical experience in managing the operational side of clinical research and prepared him for future roles in monitoring and oversight.

Earlier in Reed's career, he worked as a Recruitment and Translation Specialist I at an organization that provided independent ethical review for clinical trials. In this role, he processed documents efficiently while maintaining accuracy and quality standards. He ensured that turnaround times were met and that all records were complete and properly organized.

Reed Seward maintained customer files and database tracking systems and supported client communication to maintain effective working relationships. His responsibilities required careful attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks. This role contributed to his understanding of documentation processes and quality control in clinical research settings.

Seward also interned at a utility company, where he supported environmental and remediation efforts. In this role, he organized and entered documents into a remediation database and reviewed agency and corporate records to determine correct classifications. He calculated soil-removal estimates for remediation sites using topographic maps and visited the sites to collect key documentation. He also helped update a quarterly reserve spreadsheet used for corporate reporting. This experience strengthened his analytical and organizational skills.

In addition, Reed supported operations for major sporting events organized by a sports group. His work included assisting with course preparation and working directly with leadership in operations. This role required coordination, teamwork, and attention to detail to ensure that event preparations were completed effectively.

Seward began his professional journey in sales at a platform focused on promoting local businesses. He started in a developing market and was promoted within two months to a larger market. In this position, he built a personal sales portfolio from the ground up.

Seward's daily work involved making 80-100 calls, including cold calls, to connect with business owners. He communicated with clients by phone and in person, answering questions and addressing concerns clearly and professionally. He organized his daily schedule to remain productive and meet established goals.

Reed built relationships with business owners through regular follow-up and consistent communication. He worked closely with them to explain return on investment and help them understand the value of participation. He also researched local businesses to identify potential opportunities and generated new accounts through outreach and visits.

On average, Seward featured about 5 businesses per week, generating monthly revenue of around $50,000. His highest monthly performance reached $92,000. Over the course of a year, he generated approximately $500,000 in total revenue and supported around 230 featured businesses. This role helped him develop communication skills, organization, and the ability to manage client relationships.

Reed Seward earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from a university in Greencastle, Indiana. During his time there, he was involved in a fraternity chapter, which contributed to his personal and social development. His academic background provided a foundation for his later work in clinical research.

Reed was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, and grew up with one brother and one sister. He attended a local country day school during his early education. In July 2020, he married his spouse, who is also from Cincinnati and works at a children’s hospital. Together, they have two sons, ages five and two.

Outside of his professional life, he spends time fishing, hunting, traveling, and hiking. He values spending time with family and friends and enjoys attending sporting events. He also follows football and supports his local team. Reed Seward continues to balance his professional responsibilities with his personal interests and family life.