Edwina McNeill-Simaan

Edwina McNeill-Simaan is an experienced professional in clinical research and operations, currently serving as a Board Member at Univo IRB since January 2025, where responsibilities include evaluating research proposals for ethical compliance. Since September 2015, Edwina has held multiple roles at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, including Director of Operations for the STAR Clinical Research Network, and has contributed significantly to complex projects within the Institute for Medicine and Public Health. With a background that includes roles as a Clinical Research Manager and Consultant, Edwina has a comprehensive understanding of clinical trial management and research oversight, supported by an educational foundation featuring a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Emory University, a Master of Science in Clinical Research Administration from The George Washington University, and a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University.