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With an MSc in Clinical Research and over 15 years of experience across the life sciences sector, I specialize in translating complex research and evidence into clear, decision-ready communications. My work focuses on research, analysis, and reporting. Typical deliverables include journal articles, white papers, research reports, and evidence summaries for life sciences and healthcare audiences. I hold Expert-Vetted status on Upwork, placing me in the top 1% of talent on the platform. I often work at the interface between research, analysis, and decision support—helping organizations gather data, translate it into evidence or insights, and present the findings to support strategic decisions. I’ve worked with organizations including Reuters Events Pharma, Microsoft, Elsevier, Veeva, Becker’s Healthcare Review, AstraZeneca, Amgen, IQVIA (formerly Quintiles), AES, and more. Typical projects include: • Journal articles and research publications • White papers and industry reports • Evidence generation and research synthesis • Market and industry intelligence • Literature reviews and evidence summaries • Scientific and technical blog content • Research reporting for healthcare and life sciences organizations Selected Research & Insight Engagements: • Research partnership with Microsoft and Reuters Pharma on digital transformation in clinical research, producing structured insight to support industry positioning and planning • Expert interviews and landscape analysis for Veeva Business Consulting and Reuters Events Pharma on future MedTech models in the Asia-Pacific region • Global research on omnichannel HCP engagement for Elsevier, supporting commercial planning and engagement model development • Meta-analysis and predictive modelling of clinical trial recruitment strategies for AES, including feasibility forecasting and early identification of high-performance enrolment sites • Organisational research on R&D success factors at an orthopedic hospital, informing internal development priorities • Secondment to IQVIA to evaluate Trial Master File systems and essential documentation structures, supporting process improvement and operational decision-making How I Work: I operate as a research and insight partner, working either on defined projects or in embedded support roles, depending on client needs. My approach is: • Evidence-driven • Methodologically rigorous • Systems-aware • Decision-focused • Commercially grounded Client Feedback: Karen Raines, Medical Information Lead, Amgen "I had the pleasure of working with Clare on a Pharma/Biotech Industry White Paper. This was my first experience in developing an industry whitepaper, and I am thankful for the expertise and professionalism that Clare provided to guide us through the process. What most impressed me was her ability to understand, synthesise and transform insights into content specifically to meet our objectives and all within timelines. I would highly recommend Clare for your next project." Joshua Bramwell, Senior Sector Head of Pharma at Reuters "Clare has been fantastic to work with on our most recent project. Her project management, quality of work, attention to detail and enthusiasm made working with Clare a pleasure. She's top of my list for any upcoming projects we have, too!" Jennifer Perez Boza, Molecular Diagnostics Manager, AstraZeneca "While I was working with Clare, I found her very trustworthy and professional. She showed impressive leadership skills and a great initiative in research, which led her to the preparation of a very interesting piece of secondary research." If you’re looking for a senior research and insight partner who can build the intelligence that informs planning, strategy, and execution, I’d be happy to discuss how I can support your work.

Born and raised in Bournemouth in the south of the UK, I was trained in archeology and anthropology at Cambridge University (BA, 2000), where I was one of only two students in my cohort to be awarded a distinction (starred first). After graduating, I spent two years working as a Java developer in Bristol, an experience that cemented a lifelong interest in programming and data. In 2003, I moved to Ulaanbator in the Republic of Mongolia to study the Mongolian language. During this period I won a competition for funding for a PhD on religious movements in Inner Mongolia in northern China. I completed the PhD at Cambridge University in 2007, and on the strength of the thesis I was awarded a postdoctoral fellowship at St John’s College to extend the study. Between 2007 and 2020, I won funding for, and completed, another postdoc and was lecturer and then senior lecturer for the universities of Cambridge, Manchester and Kent, covering Anthropology (including economic and political theory), social science research methods, and religious studies. At Manchester and Kent I held permanent positions (the nearest equivalent to being tenured in the US). I started a consulting business with my wife in 2010, and in 2020 when the pandemic hit, I decided to dedicate myself to it full time. The business originally provided academically grounded market research and communication support for businesses working with China. In 2022, we rebranded in recognition of the fact that our area had been extended beyond China to the rest of the world. We are now based in the province of Seville in the south of Spain, and I split my time between academic and commercial activities. I maintain a visiting position at Complutense University, Madrid, mentor some of my former students, and continue to publish. I have carried out ethnographic field research in Inner Mongolia (China), Taiwan, the UK, France, Belgium and Ecuador. I have published in a wide range of top peer-reviewed journals and with leading academic presses. You can see a list of most of my publications on Google Scholar. My work focuses on virtue ethics, self-realisation, self-mastery especially in the context of religious and political movements.

Helping R&D departments and startups turn complex data into funded projects. I’ve secured over €1.1M in funding and published in journals like Advanced Materials (IF: 19). I bridge the gap between deep science and business profitability. ​How I add value to your project: ​• Strategic Funding: I identify and manage R&D calls for regional, national, and European programs. ​• Market Intelligence: I interpret market reports and scientific data to identify emerging technological trends. ​• Data-Driven Decisions: Using Python, R, and Power BI, I transform high-volume data into strategic organizational insights. ​•Legal & Technical Expertise: I provide advice on I+D initiatives, agreements, and data protection. ​With a PhD in Applied Chemistry and an MBA, I don't just analyze data—I understand the science behind it and the business strategy needed to scale it.