Conrad's research interest is focused on the pedagogy of pharmacy education and secondary data analyses, with emphasis on the access and utilization of health care services and medications. He has over 20 research papers and posters presented at national meetings and was a regular speaker at pharmacy continuing education programs. Conrad was inducted into Rho Chi, Phi Kappa Phi, Omicron Delta Kappa and the Mortar Board. He was also awarded Teacher of the Year in 2006.