Joan Butler, Ed D, Ms
About Joan Butler, Ed D, Ms
Joan Butler, Ed D, Ms, serves as an Assistant Professor and Director of Clinical Research Administration Programs at The George Washington University, where she has worked since 2008. She has extensive experience in corporate management and project management from her previous roles at Otsuka and Hoffmann-La Roche, and has been involved in distance education initiatives for over 15 years.
Work at The George Washington University
Joan Butler has been employed at The George Washington University since 2008, serving as both Director of Clinical Research Administration Programs and Assistant Professor. In her role, she has contributed significantly to the development of distance education initiatives tailored for professionals in Clinical Research and related fields. Her efforts include the creation of various online programs such as the Master of Science in Health Sciences (MSHS), Graduate Certificate, accelerated Bachelor of Science/Master of Science (BS/MS), and Bachelor of Science (BS) programs in Clinical Research Administration.
Education and Expertise
Joan Butler earned her Doctor of Education (EdD) degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, focusing on Organizational Justice and Identification. Her studies spanned from 1999 to 2008, during which she developed a strong foundation in organizational dynamics and educational methodologies. This academic background supports her expertise in distance education and clinical research administration.
Background in Corporate Management
Before her academic career, Joan Butler held significant positions in the corporate sector. She worked at Otsuka Pharmaceutical as Vice President of Corporate Management from 2001 to 2007 and then as Vice President of Project Management, Quality Management & Training from 2007 to 2008. Prior to her tenure at Otsuka, she was employed at Hoffmann-La Roche as Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager and Senior Global Project Manager from 1990 to 1995.
Distance Education Initiatives
Joan Butler has been actively involved in distance education initiatives for over 15 years. Her focus has been on addressing the educational needs of professionals in Clinical Research and related fields. She has developed and implemented various distance education programs at The George Washington University, enhancing access to quality education for practitioners in the industry.