Ruth Lucas is a clinical research professional with over 20 years of experience in the clinical trials industry. Beginning her career in the UK, Ruth conducted trials across all phases before relocating to New Zealand in 2006. Throughout her career, Ruth has worked with CROs, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare organizations, with a strong focus on quality improvement and professional development. She has trained and mentored research professionals, worked as an independent contractor on investigator-led and industry-sponsored studies, served as Research Manager for a large oncology public site and been on the founding leadership team of a NZ start-up CRO. Currently Ruth is consulting in NZ as a clinical research professional, providing support for research sites and international companies looking to place studies in NZ, and the current Chair of New Zealand Association for Clinical Research (NZACRes).