Bioclinica, a provider of scientific- and technology-enabled solutions for clinical research, has announced executive-level additions and one promotion.

Gavin Nichols is joining Bioclinica as chief information officer & executive vice president, Technology, and Elizabeth Edwards as president, Bioclinica Site Network, and a member of the executive management team. Additionally, Adrienne Rossi is promoted to the newly created position, chief of staff. All three will report to president & chief executive officer David Herron.

“I’m pleased to have such talented life science professionals like Gavin, Elizabeth and Adrienne on our leadership team as we move toward continued growth, success and innovation,” said David Herron. “Each will work across our dynamic organization, driving significant value creation for our biopharmaceutical and CRO clients across our Medical Imaging, Technology and Site Network businesses.”

As chief information officer & executive vice president, Technology, Gavin Nichols will lead the planning and execution of the Company’s long-term information technology vision. He will be responsible for delivering scalable business applications and technology solutions. He has over 25 years of experience both as an executive IT professional and general manager and has led global technology teams in delivering analytics, recruitment, wearables, electronic health records, genetics, consumer apps and trial management solutions.

As president, Bioclinica Site Network, Elizabeth Edwards leads a network of sites located across the U.S., Europe, Latin America and Asia. She also directs Bioclinica’s Patient Recruitment services. Edwards has contributed substantially to numerous drug approvals in a range of therapeutic areas. Previously she was with global CRO Chiltern International where she led a 1,000+ member team in advancing sponsors’ Oncology clinical research programs. 

As chief of staff, Adrienne Rossi will work closely with the chief executive officer as she leads and executes on the organization’s strategic initiatives and aligns resources and processes across the enterprise. She will be responsible for managing staff globally, overseeing financial and top administrative operations and will collaborate with other top executives in shaping the Company’s future. She has 20 years of industry experience, including 15 with Bioclinica. Rossi most recently served as Vice President of Business Transformation for the Medical Imaging service line.

“Being with Bioclinica during a period of historic growth and innovation has been a tremendous experience and I look forward to continuing to build on this in my new role,” said Rossi.