Title: Senior Auditor, Good Clinical Practice
Employer: AbbVie

Courtney began her IB degree with her heart set on vet school. After getting first-hand experience working with veterinarians she realized that this was not the path for her, and started exploring other options. After graduation she began working for AbbVie as a Toxicology Technician performing pre-clinical trials. Getting her foot in the door opened up endless opportunities for her, and she has since moved into quality positions and then to her current position as Senior Auditor.

Courtney audits the conduct of clinical trials to ensure they are following standard operating procedures, complying with FDA regulations, and following the protocol. Her background in Integrative Biology gives her a leg up in understanding the medical jargon and the technical details of the clinical trials she monitors.

She is currently also pursuing a Master’s in Public Health, and is interested in contributing to the epidemiological aspects of the pharmaceutical industry, working for the CDC, or assisting in implementing a public health program in an underdeveloped country.

Courtney would be a fantastic person to talk to about clinical research, pharmaceuticals, epidemiology, or health care. Contact Christina Swanson at alumnimentor@sib.illinois.edu if you would like to connect with Courtney. You can also contact her directly at chcech2@gmail.com.

“You don’t need an MD or PhD to participate in the health prevention world."