About Medpace
Advancing health.
It’s what we do.
It’s what we do.
In 1992, a small group of passionate and dedicated professionals envisioned a better way to conduct clinical research. Growing organically has enabled us to stay focused on our mission and our values and to create a unique culture where employees are part of a bigger purpose: to make a difference in the lives of millions today, tomorrow, and for years to come.
In 1992, a small group of passionate and dedicated professionals envisioned a better way to conduct clinical research. Growing organically has enabled us to stay focused on our mission and our values and to create a unique culture where employees are part of a bigger purpose: to make a difference in the lives of millions today, tomorrow, and for years to come.
What does a Clinical Research Organization really do?
Medpace conducts clinical trials for Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Medical Device companies and provides the services that result in successful trials. Such services include study management, clinical monitoring, data management, regulatory submissions, and more. This critical work fulfills our mission of accelerating the development of safe and effective medical therapeutics.
Trusted by Biotech
Clinical trials are an essential step in the process of getting new treatments and medical devices approved for use. When a drug or biotech company is ready to begin human trials, they contact Medpace.
Mission Driven
Working for a clinical research organization like Medpace can be a challenging but rewarding experience. We operate at the forefront of medical research, and the work we do has the potential to improve the lives of millions of people.
Playing Your Part
Medpace functions in a fast-paced environment that requires individuals to be adaptable and able to work well under pressure. If you’re someone who’s passionate about healthcare and research, and you’re looking for a dynamic and rewarding career, you belong at Medpace.
People. Purpose. Passion.
Medpace is committed to creating opportunities for our associates to excel and accelerate as they help our clients develop the future of medicine.
We aim to create a positive work environment where everyone can thrive and find opportunities to grow, learn, and contribute to our mission of accelerating the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics.
Global Offices
Associates Worldwide
Medpace Leadership
Our consistent and accessible leadership empowers our people to lead with an entrepreneurial mindset and deliver service excellence to our sponsors and associates worldwide. Helping our clients succeed means leading a healthy workplace.
August Troendle, MD
Chief Executive Officer & Chairman of the Board of Directors
Founded Medpace in 1992
Dr. Troendle has been the Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Medpace since he founded the Company in July 1992. Before founding Medpace, Dr. Troendle served as a manager from 1987 to 1992 at Sandoz (Novartis), where he was responsible for the clinical development of lipid altering agents. From 1986 to 1987, Dr. Troendle worked as a Medical Review Officer in the Division of Metabolic and Endocrine Drug Products at the FDA.
Dr. Troendle also has extensive experience serving as a director for a diverse group of public and private companies, including as a director of Coherus BioSciences, Inc. from 2012 to February 2018, as a director of Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. from 2007 to 2008, as a director of LIB Therapeutics, LLC since 2015, as a director of CinCor Pharma, Inc. from March 2018 to November 2021, and as a director of CinRx Pharma, LLC since 2015. Dr. Troendle received his Medical Degree from the University of Maryland, School of Medicine and his Master of Business Administration from Boston University.
Kevin Brady
Chief Financial Officer
Kevin M. Brady joined Medpace in November 2018 as Executive Director, Finance, a position he held through July 31, 2021. Mr. Brady has served as Treasurer of the Company since February 2019 and was appointed Chief Financial Officer on August 1, 2021. Mr. Brady received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Cincinnati and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Susan Burwig, MA, BSN
Executive Vice President, Operations
Susan E. Burwig joined Medpace in August 1993 and has served in various key leadership roles. In January 2017, Ms. Burwig was named Executive Vice President, Operations. In her current role, Ms. Burwig is responsible for global leadership of Clinical Trial Management, Feasibility & Proposals, Insights & Analytics, Patient Recruitment, and Information Design functions at Medpace. Ms. Burwig received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing as well as an MA in Sports Administration from Kent State University.
Stephen Ewald, JD
General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary
Stephen P. Ewald joined Medpace as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary in June 2012. Mr. Ewald has also led the Human Resources department and other administrative functions since the third quarter of 2017. Mr. Ewald received his Bachelor of Science in Political Sciences from the University of Cincinnati and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Cincinnati College of Law.
Brad Hansman
Executive Vice President, Operations
Brad W. Hansman joined Medpace in 2011 and has held various leadership positions in accounting, finance, and operations. Mr. Hansman currently serves as Executive Vice President, Operations where he is responsible for global oversight of the Clinical Monitoring, Site Activation & Maintenance, Regulatory Affairs, TMF Operations, Clinical Safety and Pharmacovigilance functions at Medpace. Mr. Hansman earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Eastern Kentucky University and is a Certified Public Accountant (Inactive) in the State of Ohio.
Senior Leadership
Amy Gasser Callow, JD
Vice President, Human Resources and Assistant General Counsel
Joined Medpace in 2016
Weimin Gai, MS
Senior Vice President,
Biometrics
Joined Medpace in 1993
Jennifer Gehlhar, MS
Vice President,
Quality Assurance
Joined Medpace in 2002
Reinilde Heyrman, MD
Chief Medical Officer,
Medical Department
Joined Medpace in 2017
Gina Leisring, MPH
Senior Vice President,
Clinical Monitoring & Phase I Unit
Joined Medpace in 2002
Todd Meyers
Vice President, Business Development and Marketing
Joined Medpace in 2013
Traci Turner, MD
Vice President,
MRL Operations and MARC
Joined Medpace in 2011
John T. Wynne, MBA
Chief Business Officer
Joined Medpace in 2003
A History With a Future
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1992Medpace is founded
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2003Imaging Core Lab is established; operations expand into Europe
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2004Operations expand into Asia Pacific
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2005Central Laboratories open in the U.S. and Europe
We employ associates across 16 countries.
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2006Operations expand into Latin America
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2008Phase I Unit and Bioanalytical Lab open
We employ associates across 32 countries.
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2010Medical Device & Diagnostics established
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2012We surpass 1,000 employees globally
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2016Completes IPO and trades as MEDP on NASDAQ
We employ associates across 39 countries.
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2017We surpass 2,500 employees globally
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2022We celebrate 30 years of accelerating the development of medical therapeutics
We employ associates across 41 countries.
What’s Your Why?
As part of our 30th Anniversary celebration, we asked our associates to tell us their ‘Why’ — in essence, what inspires and motivates them to bring their best every day. Here are a few of their responses.
- Clinical Leader and Life Science Leader magazine 2022 CRO Leadership Award Winner
- Organic, stable company growth, rather than disruptive mergers and acquisitions
- Partnerships with the trailblazers of the drug development industry — over 90% of our clients are small to mid-size biotechs
- Known for taking on some of the industry’s most scientifically and operationally challenging clinical studies, across all major therapeutic areas
- Commitment to our people, our communities, and the environment
What Makes Us Different
What Makes You Different
- Looking to make an impact on a global scale
- Desire to grow long-term within an organization
- Passion for making a difference in the lives of others
- Looking to leverage your skills while learning and developing in new areas
- Wanting to feel like more than a number
Explore Careers
Are you a self-starter who wants to make a difference? Medpace offers intensive training and growth opportunities in an innovative, global organization.
Life at Medpace
People. Purpose. Passion. More than a slogan, it’s a philosophy that defines how we bring value to our clients and to one another. Every day.