Season 2, Episode 9: Inside the Trial and Behind the Tech with Jen Arters

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When you've been both behind the system and in the trial yourself, you build solutions with empathy—and urgency.

In this episode, Suzanne chats with Jen Arters, a systems strategist, clinical operations consultant, and three-time clinical trial participant. Jen shares her unique perspective on trial management—from building medical writing macros and managing TMF systems, to sitting on the patient side of the screen logging symptoms and food diaries.

Together, they dive into:

• What it’s really like participating in three different trials for celiac disease
• How tech and empathy intersect in digital transformation
• Why trial integration and system interoperability should be an industry-wide priority
• The role of user access management and validation in today’s sponsor environment
• Her passion for making systems smarter and easier for the humans who use them
  
  

📘 About the Guest
Jen Arters is an empathetic, results-driven leader with a deep commitment to patient-centered innovation in clinical systems management. With a strong foundation in both Life Sciences and IT, she specializes in clinical application implementation, validation, digital transformation, and process optimization.

Known for her resilience, precision, and ability to lead large-scale initiatives under pressure, Jen delivers system-agnostic solutions that improve operational efficiency across organizations. She’s also a skilled collaborator and strategic connector—bridging the gap between clinical teams and technology to drive successful data migration strategies, encourage digital adoption, and promote excellence across the clinical trial ecosystem.

📍 Connect with Jen Arters
 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenarters/

 Email: [e-mail]

📞 Connect with Suzanne:

• Website: https://www.iceconsultingllc.com/home
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turnersuzannem/

💌 Feedback and Questions:

• Email Suzanne at [e-mail]

🎙️ Tune in and get to know the passionate professional behind Heart of the Trial!