Susan Atkinson

Dr. Susan Atkinson is an experienced pharmaceutical industry executive with over 35 years of expertise in clinical trials research and development. As founder of AtCure Consulting, she currently consults with technology companies, biotechnology firms, CROs, and private equity firms investing in the health care sector.

Prior to her current board and consulting roles, Susan led a global organization as Senior Vice President, Global Biometrics and Centralized Services at PPD Inc. (Pharmaceutical Product Development). Her thirty years at PPD provided a vast foundation is developing relationships with multiple pharmaceutical partnerships and technology companies as well as leading operational excellence around the world. Her leadership skills for diverse functions such as core biostatistics and programming, as well as data management, clinical supplies & logistics, clinical development technologies, and process improvement position her well to support Saama’s journey in data and analytics innovation.

Susan is a board member for Everest Clinical Research. She is also involved in nonprofit board work and volunteer roles in the community.

Susan earned her Ph.D. in Biostatistics, School of Public Health at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her master’s and bachelor’s degrees are also in Biostatistics.