Eija Toppinen

Eija Toppinen is a seasoned professional in clinical research and healthcare with extensive experience in various roles. Currently serving as a Senior Clinical Research Associate at ICON plc since August 2022, Eija previously worked at IQVIA as a CRA from January 2017 to July 2024, and at Syneos Health as a Senior CRA I from April 2021 to August 2022. Eija has a solid foundation in clinical research coordination, having spent over a decade at Kuopio University Hospital, where roles included Clinical Research Coordinator for Oncology and Registered Nurse for Oncology. Eija's educational background includes a Master's degree in Health and Human Services Informatics and qualifications in clinical research nursing, both from the University of Eastern Finland, as well as advanced studies in health and welfare technology and health care information technology from Savonia University of Applied Sciences.