by Angela | Clinical Research, Hiring Managers
The Rise of the CRO Oversight Model We work with some outstanding Sponsors who utilize their internal resources to manage and monitor their own studies. Several years ago, the trend was that small-to-medium sized sponsors typically outsourced their clinical... by Angela | Hiring Managers, Recruiter Engagement
The topic of hidden agency fees is a hot one for both job seekers and companies alike. When I first entered the job market, I was afraid of approaching a recruitment company because I was worried I would have to pay a fee as a job seeker. What I didn’t understand is... by craadmin | Hiring Managers, Job Seekers, Recruiter Engagement
Several years ago, a small oncology pharma reached out to us in a panic. The interim analysis results from their large phase III solid tumor study showed the data was a mess, and they realized they needed to re-monitor their project ASAP if they hoped to move... by craadmin | Hiring Managers, Recruiting Tips, Rejections
I once posted a back office job that received 773 applicants. It took me several days to review the submissions in order to come up with a short list of the candidates that I wanted to speak with. I conducted a quick email prequalification process with 65 of the... by Jessica | Hiring Managers, Pre-Hire, Recruiting Tips, References
“Would you like to see the results of this candidate’s reference check?” I asked. “We don’t do reference checks”, she said. I was floored… I had been speaking with the Director of Clinical Operations for a mid-sized Sponsor who had been struggling... by Angela | CRA_Vetting, Fraudulence, Hiring Managers, Pre-Hire, Recruiting Tips
One of the clients we work with has a very tough qualification process. I appreciate their effort…after all, we have a tough process too. With that being said, even with their extra diligence, this particular client has still been plagued by fraudulent candidates...