Thomas Kochan has a diverse background in clinical research and management, currently serving as Manager of Study Activation at Sarah Cannon Research Institute since April 2020, after progressing through several roles including Senior Study Activation Specialist and Clinical Trial Specialist. Previously, Thomas Kochan worked at Vetter Pharma as a Compounding Process Technician and held managerial positions at Firehaus Bar and Grill and Tivoli Enterprises, Inc. Additionally, Thomas Kochan contributed to the Illinois Natural History Survey as a Curator. Thomas Kochan earned a Bachelor's degree in Integrative Biology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and completed secondary education at Downers Grove North High School.