Candida Barlow Ph.D., RN, CNRN
Director of Clinical Research, Oklahoma State University
Dr. Candida Barlow is a board-certified Clinical Research Nurse and seasoned investigator with over 20 years of nursing experience. She currently serves as Director of Clinical Research at Oklahoma State University in Tulsa, where she leads strategic initiatives in regulatory compliance, team management, and informatics-driven research operations.
Dr. Barlow pioneered the Nursing Research Conduct Knowledge Model, reflecting her deep commitment to elevating research practice standards. Her current focus includes advancing electronic regulatory systems, automating compliance workflows, and guiding global clinical research initiatives through her work as an independent consultant.
Dr. Barlow’s leadership is marked by transformative implementations of computerized clinical research systems and rigorous adherence to state and federal regulations. Her work continues to shape the future of clinical trial operations through innovation, mentorship, and advocacy for high-integrity research environments.