ReSearch Pharmaceutical Services (RPS), a Fort Washington, Penn.-based next generation global CRO that provides comprehensive phase I-IV clinical development solutions, has appointed Stephen Kasay as chief information officer.

In this role, Kasay will have the responsibility for the global information technology function of RPS, including IT strategy development and optimization of technology infrastructure, software systems and enterprise data assets.

Kasay has more than 30 years of health care experience, including more than 20 years providing leadership to IT departments in global pharmaceutical companies and CROs. His accomplishments include the successful implementation of technology to enhance productivity and quality, the establishment of IT governance processes, the realization of successful project and program management, and the development of business engagement and communication practices to improve clinical development services.