Katie West
About Katie West
Katie West is a Senior Manager of Clinical Operations at AtriCure, Inc., with extensive experience in clinical research and operations, including significant roles at Medtronic and Memorial Blood Centers. She specializes in developing hiring strategies, driving process improvements, and providing leadership to clinical research teams.
Current Role at AtriCure
Katie West serves as the Senior Manager of Clinical Operations at AtriCure, Inc. since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing hiring and onboarding strategies to ensure that clinical trials are effectively resourced with high-performing teams. Her responsibilities include overseeing clinical operations and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Previous Experience at Medtronic
Katie West has extensive experience at Medtronic, where she held several positions over a span of more than a decade. She worked as a Senior Clinical Research Associate from 2006 to 2010, followed by a role as Senior Field Customer Specialist from 2010 to 2013. She continued her career at Medtronic as a Principal Field Customer Specialist from 2013 to 2014 and then as a Clinical Research Manager from 2017 to 2022. Her roles involved driving process improvements and efficiencies while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Background in Clinical Research
Before her tenure at Medtronic, Katie West worked as a Senior Scientist Team Lead at Memorial Blood Centers from 2001 to 2006. This role provided her with foundational experience in clinical research and leadership, which she has built upon in her subsequent positions. Her background in clinical research has equipped her with the skills necessary to manage diverse teams effectively.
Education and Qualifications
Katie West studied at Hill Murray High School and later attended St. Cloud State University, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in the biological sciences, which supports her work in clinical operations and research.
Leadership and Team Development
In her current role, Katie West provides coaching and work direction for a diverse team of Clinical Research professionals. She emphasizes the importance of team development and performance, ensuring that her team is equipped to meet the demands of clinical trials and research initiatives.