Lucia Muñoz

Research Director

Emerson Clinical Research Institute

Lucia Muñoz is the Research Director at Emerson Clinical Research Institute. She oversees clinical research across six sites located in Virginia, Washington, D.C., and two hospital-based locations in New Jersey and Chicago. With five years of experience, she has developed a strong foundation in ophthalmology and multi-site management, along with expanding expertise across diverse therapeutic areas including pediatrics, vaccines, infectious diseases, cardiometabolic conditions, and more. Lucia brings extensive knowledge in research operations, site leadership, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Lucia holds a B.A. in Medical Anthropology from the University of Virginia and is currently pursuing her M.S. in Healthcare Management at Johns Hopkins University.

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