Maria K. Atella, MA
Business Development / Rater Manager
Ms. Atella is the Manager of Business Development and Clinical Ratings for ACMR. Ms. Atella has over 10 years of clinical research knowledge and she utilizes this knowledge to develop relationships with Pharmaceutical Companies, assisting the Principal Investigator/Sponsor in developing protocols, and trial publications. She has also served as the primary rater on over 150 industry sponsored clinical trials.
Ms. Atella’s previous clinical experience include clinical assessments and case management in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric facilities for all psychiatric indications. Ms. Atella’s current research interests have centered on developing and implementing ACMR trainings and strategies that focus on minimizing the placebo response for industry sponsored CNS clinical trials. She has established an exemplary record in the research community and has been noted for her exceptional rating skills. Sponsors have found Ms. Atella’s extensive research knowledge an asset in the placement of clinical trials.
Ms. Atella has a BA and an MA in Psychology. She has attended the University of Oregon, University of Kansas, and the University of West Georgia.
