Acalia Cleaver, MA, joined Dana-Farber in March 2026. She is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of academic and corporate research agreements between Dana-Farber and industry, universities, and other collaborating institutions.
Prior to joining Dana-Farber, Acalia gained experience as a contract negotiator at ICON, where she was responsible for drafting, negotiating, and executing Clinical Trial Agreements. She also served in the United States Air Force for over six years, working as a Medical Administrator. Throughout her enlistment she was responsible for various clinical administration functions, such as medical records, group practice management, and HIPAA.
Acalia obtained her BA in History from American Military University and her MA in History from Simmons University.