Meredith Fitz-Gerald, RN, MSN
Clinical Research Support Enterprise Director - Education and Clinical Outreach
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Meredith Fitz-Gerald, RN, MSN is the Director of the Clinical Research Support Enterprise at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Meredith brings over 20 years’ experience in clinical training and clinical trial support. Meredith’s leadership has been incredibly impactful with the development and implementation of key programs such as the Research Orientation Program, Research Seminar Series, Clinical Investigator Training Program, and many others that set the foundation of success for clinical research professionals. Meredith has clinical research experience in study startup, sponsor engagement, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. She brings extensive experience in designing and implementing workflows across complex academic medical environments, with particular expertise in feasibility assessment, contract and budget negotiation, and cross-functional team coordination. Meredith is a trusted and esteemed speaker for regional and national conferences where her extensive knowledge of workforce development for clinical research professionals is highly sought after.