Best Craresources Podcasts (2025)

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Tips for Managing Conflict 15:41

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16h ago15:41

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Welcome to part two of our insightful discussion with special guest Brian Dempster, Executive Director of Clinical Operations at Fate Therapeutics. Our focus is on the importance of managing conflict in clinical research environments. Managing conflict is not only about achieving your goals. It is also about bringing your entire team along with you…

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Conflict Resolution Strategies for Clinical Researchers 21:33

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Welcome to today’s episode of the CRA Resource Show. We are pleased to welcome Brian Dempster, Executive Director of Clinical Operations at Fate Therapeutics, as our special guest. In this episode, we build upon a recent discussion about soft skills with podcaster Lyle Gee by exploring the essential topic of conflict resolution strategies in clinic…

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How to Know if a Job is a Scam 26:29

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Welcome to today’s podcast episode, where we have a special conversation planned. Joining us are Angela Roberts, our Head of Recruiting, and Dee Dee Cornelius, previously a longtime client and Senior Director of Clinical Operations at one of our valued sponsor companies. In this episode, we focus on an increasingly critical and timely topic: How to…

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The Business of Being a Consultant 15:18

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Welcome to today's Podcast, where we review part 3 on the topic of the business of being a consultant. Today’s episode features Lyle Gee, who joins Angela Roberts and Becky Clark for a valuable conversation about the realities and requirements of being a consultant. How Do You Determine Your Rate? One of the essential topics the team explores is ho…

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Business Tips for New Consultants 13:01

12d ago13:01

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Welcome to today's podcast, where we explore the business realities that independent professionals face. In this episode, we focus on one of the most important business tips for running your own consulting business: how to manage your finances and keep your tax obligations in check. This podcast is for those of you who are just launching your consu…

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How to Become a Consultant 20:38

14d ago20:38

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Welcome to today’s episode, where we address one of the most common questions professionals face: how to become a consultant. If you are considering a new path or looking to transition from traditional employment into consulting, you will find this discussion invaluable. Today, we break down the practical aspects of how to become a consultant. We h…

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Are You Receiving Fair Compensation? 21:08

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Welcome to today’s roundtable, where we dive into the complex and essential topic of fair compensation. More than just a salary figure, fair compensation sits at the heart of every career decision and organizational strategy. Are you exploring a new opportunity? Seeking a career progression or promotion? Considering a lateral move for improved work…

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How to Prepare for a Panel Interview 14:45

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Wait…you want me to interview with how many people at once? Panel interviews are becoming more popular. This interview venue is a unique opportunity where multiple interviewers come together (at the same time) to assess your skills, experience, and fit for the role. Facing several people at once can feel overwhelming. But with the right preparation…

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Targeted Job Search Networking 17:37

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Welcome to our latest episode, where we dive deep into the world of Job Search Networking. In our most recent podcast, we focused on how job seekers can set clear, actionable goals to streamline their job search process. We highlighted the importance of identifying companies and roles that align with individual experience and credentials. Additiona…

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Setting Job Search Goals 18:31

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I asked my client what her daily job search goals were, and she simply stated: To get a job. Hmmm…I believe she has confused the act of setting daily search goals with what she hopes the results will be. There is a key difference between setting a goal and achieving a result. The primary difference lies in the focus. Setting a goal is about definin…

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No Work? Planning for Unplanned Downtime 36:05

2M ago36:05

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Welcome to today’s podcast episode. We team up with one of our favorite guests, Lyle Gee, to discuss how to plan for unplanned downtime. This podcast is dedicated to all consultants who face the unique challenge of balancing work opportunities with financial stability. For consultants, the reality is clear: if there is no work, there is no pay. But…

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Addressing Underserved Communities 25:37

2M ago25:37

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Today, we are honored to feature Alisha Moore, a dedicated Clinical Research Professional who recognized a critical unmet need within underserved communities and took action. Across our industry, there are persistent gaps, particularly in public education about clinical research and in the availability of career development resources for profession…

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Are Thank You Notes and Cover Letters Necessary? 18:16

2M ago18:16

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Welcome to today’s podcast episode, where we delve into the often-debated roles of cover letters and thank-you notes in the modern job search. Many believe these steps are outdated relics of the hiring process. However, the latest statistics tell a different story. So, let’s dive in: Are thank-you notes and cover letters necessary? Cover Letters A …

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Effective Professionals are Chameleons 22:47

2M ago22:47

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Welcome to today’s podcast episode, where we partner with one of our favorite CRAs, Chiquita Caudle, to discuss an extremely important topic: the remarkable adaptability of effective professionals in today’s ever-changing workplace. In a world that demands flexibility, resilience, and sharp communication, effective CRAs stand out by behaving much l…

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How to Identify Soft Skill Deficiencies 25:52

2M ago25:52

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Today, we team up with one of our favorite guests, Lyle Gee, to discuss how to identify soft skill deficiencies. Why Identifying Soft Skill Deficiencies Matters In today’s dynamic workplace, the ability to identify soft skill strengths and gaps is crucial. Soft skills like communication, collaboration, adaptability, and emotional intelligence are o…

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Can Your Resume Beat the Bots? 15:33

3M ago15:33

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Welcome to today’s episode, where we pull back the curtain on one of the most important and misunderstood steps in the modern job search: making sure your CV or resume is ready to beat the bots. If you have ever applied for a job and never heard back, you are not alone. In fact, only about 15% of resumes ever make it past the artificial intelligenc…

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Interview Question-Do you Prefer Working Alone or in a Group? 15:23

3M ago15:23

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Many candidates struggle to effectively answer this common interview question. In fact, we have recently had several very experienced candidates faceplant when attempting to articulate whether they are able to work individually or as part of a group. I would suspect this is one of the most common interview questions hiring managers ask. Thus, all j…

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AI and the Clinical Research Associate Role 21:51

3M ago21:51

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Welcome to today’s episode! If you have ever wondered about the buzzwords “automation” and “artificial intelligence” and what they really mean for the Clinical Research Associate role, you are in the right place. Join us as our special guest, Anna-Liisa Parts, breaks down the differences between these two concepts in a simple, non-technical way. An…

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Navigating Career Crossroads 30:31

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Welcome to today’s episode. Join us as we have a beautifully candid conversation with Angelina Diassiti about career crossroads. We discuss feeling the sting of rejection while simply wondering: “What’s next for me?” Have you ever found yourself willing to take any job, not because you are desperate, but because you are unsure what you actually wan…

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The CRA Role Is Changing-Are You Ready? 27:22

4M ago27:22

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Listen to the Podcast That’s Leading the Conversation The last decade has transformed the clinical research landscape, and nowhere is that more evident than in the evolving Clinical Research Associate (CRA) role. Once known as the “road warriors” of clinical trials, today’s CRAs face a new reality: decentralized trials, remote data collection, and …

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Introduction to TASK Research Academy 24:37

4M ago24:37

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…and why engaging with the TASK Research Academy is essential for clinical research professionals. We were privileged to have a special guest, Karen Cloete, founder of the TASK Research Academy, on our program. This wonderful program offers a unique, immersive learning experience. And yes, the programs are designed for clinical research professiona…

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LinkedIn Networking Mistakes 29:36

4M ago29:36

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Today, we talk about networking. Not just LinkedIn networking, but all types of networking. Some of you may remember the old-fashioned networking events. You would show up with a business suit on, shake hands, pass out business cards, and then conduct follow-ups afterwards. From my view, the value of these in-person events was the personal touch. I…

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What Does Job Stability Mean? (It Isn’t What You Think) 17:08

4M ago17:08

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Do you believe that permanent positions provide more job stability than contract roles? Many people do, but I have statistics that might challenge that assumption and encourage you to think differently about your career options. It is a common belief that larger, well-established companies are inherently more stable than small startups. However, I …

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Why Use Storytelling in the Interview? 31:11

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I love this podcast. Our guest Lyle Gee is a storytelling expert, and because he is so excellent at layering stories into the conversation, two things happen. First, you love to talk to him. If you put this into the context of an interview, he builds rapport almost instantly, which is critically important during an interview. Second, he uses storie…

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How to Navigate Illegal Interview Questions 18:22

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Navigating Illegal Interview Questions: A Jobseeker’s Guide Today’s roundtable topic is illegal interview questions. I want to note that this podcast is primarily for the candidate. While hiring managers and interviewers will benefit, job seekers should be educated about interview questions that are classified as illegal. Hiring Managers, we cover …

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Common Resume Failures 19:11

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Today, we are going to share some recent real-life resume failures. Did you know that approximately 60% of candidates are rejected because of their resumes? When I share this statistic, most individuals assume these rejections are due to poor grammar or spelling and punctuation issues. You should know that the issues we are going to discuss go well…

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Show the World Your Career Shift is Intentional 18:05

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There are a lot of reasons why individuals go through a career shift. Unfortunately, many hiring managers and recruiters question a job candidate’s motivation when the shift is perceived as ‘backward’. As an example, Directors and CRA managers often reach out to us with a desire to step back into a CRA role. Unfortunately, many agencies ignore thes…

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Learn the 3 Ps: Interview Practice, Preparation, and Positivity 28:38

6M ago28:38

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Are you a buttoned up interviewer? Many candidates struggle when it comes to being smooth in an interview. So how do you become more successful at the task of interviewing? Today we are going to teach you the ‘3 Ps’ of interviewing: Interview Practice, Interview Preparation, and Maintaining Positivity throughout the process. Join us as we talk to e…

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What We Think We Become 24:54

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Buddha is credited to have stated ‘What we think, we become.’ So let me ask you this – can you be negative and not know it? I asked my friend Google this question and was floored with the resounding yes. Yes, you can be negative and not know it. And in today’s job market, feeling defeated and being discouraged can become a norm. And believe me, all…

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Confessions of a CRA Job Seeker…Everything Has Changed 29:48

6M ago29:48

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If you haven’t looked for a CRA Job in a while, you may be shocked to see how the job search has changed. We teamed up with Senior CRA, Natalie Lomax to discuss her experience. Today’s podcast is focused on how LinkedIn has changed everything related to the job search. We had a wonderful discussion about the ‘ah ha’ moments Natalie experienced, and…

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Jobseekers: Beware of Bad Advice 21:32

6M ago21:32

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I see a lot of bad advice being doled out to job seekers on LinkedIn. Individuals claim to be coaches when they have little substantial ‘real life’ or professional experience. Mentors advise candidates to fudge their resumes or purchase fake degrees. And other job seekers who are in the same ‘unemployed’ boat are giving horrible advice to their col…

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Are You Sacrificing Self Love For Success? 27:00

7M ago27:00

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And is it possible to separate self-love and success? Do you believe that if you don’t take care of yourself, you won’t be able to take care of others? My mentor has given me this advice more than once. And research agrees that caring for yourself is critically important…especially if you provide care or support to other people. Burnout, overwhelm,…

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CRAs, Do You Know How To Manage Up? 18:03

7M ago18:03

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Effective CRAs know how to manage up. Managing up means that you actively work to understand your supervisor’s priorities and communication style. It also means that based on your manager’s communication style, you effectively (and proactively) keep your supervisor updated with your progress. You also chase them when you need something from them an…

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Common Job Application Rejection Reasons 17:17

7M ago17:17

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Today’s podcast topic is common job application rejection reasons. Why? If you spend any time on LinkedIn, you have seen hundreds of testimonies that speak to how brutal the current job market is. Last week I saw a senior-level candidate who stated he had been searching for a new job for 18 months. He testified that he had submitted over 1700 job a…

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CRAs: Tips to Foster Successful Relationships 29:14

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Several years ago I worked with someone who absolutely drove me crazy. She was extremely smart and quite effective at her job, but getting along with her was a challenge. I spoke with my mentor about it and he said something that completely changed my thought process: No matter how difficult, your goal should always be to build successful relations…

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How to Resign Gracefully 23:37

8M ago23:37

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Is there a way to gracefully leave a position? Join us as we have a heartfelt (and emotional) discussion on how to resign gracefully. Yep – I said emotional. I share a personal situation that may bring different insights into the topic of resignation. We address the four primary reasons team members decide to resign and things to consider before, d…

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Mentoring Advice, Ghost Jobs, and Jobsearch Challenges 18:15

8M ago18:15

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We tackle several important topics in part 2 of our podcast with Damien Hall. For example, how do you handle mentoring advice that recommends you embellish your credentials? What would you tell someone who is enticed or romanced into side-stepping hiring processes in order to get their next gig? How do jobseekers deal with the many ghost Jobs curre…

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Age-Proof Your Candidacy 26:13

8M ago26:13

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The American Society on Aging states that 82% of adults 50 and over experience ageism daily. And the American Psychological Association has gone on record to state “Ageism is one of the last socially acceptable prejudices.” Because this bias is so widespread and therefore the topic so important, we want to discuss how you can age-proof yourself whi…

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Benefits of Staying Positive During the Job Search 29:16

9M ago29:16

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There is no doubt about it…conducting a job search can be stressful. Creating an eye-catching resume and personal brand → stressful. Applying for jobs → stressful. Being ghosted → stressful. Receiving rejections → stressful. Winning interviews → exciting but stressful. Waiting for a job offer → stressful. Not receiving a job offer → stressful. Alte…

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How to Ask Someone to be a Reference 22:34

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Many candidates find it extremely difficult to ask someone to be a reference. I find one of the primary reasons is that the candidate doesn’t want to bother past supervisors. After all, providing a reference can be time-consuming. As a supervisor myself, I can honestly say it would never be a burden for me to serve as a reference for one of my top …

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Confessions of a Sr CRA 27:36

9M ago27:36

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We receive the question of ‘how to become a Sr CRA so frequently, we recently recorded a roundtable providing tangible advice on how to progress into the role. But due to the frequency of the question, I felt it would be important to ask one of my own: Do junior-level candidates understand the good, bad, and ugly of being a Sr CRA? Maybe…maybe not.…

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How do You Advance to Senior CRA? 14:59

10M ago14:59

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I was recently conducting a coaching session when someone asked what skills or experiences she needed to advance into a Senior CRA role. It seems like a simple question but the answer can be quite complex. Should you focus on gaining foundational experience? And if so, what clinical research foundational experience is most important? Does your job …

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How to Use Humor in a Job Interview 16:41

10M ago16:41

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Does the job interview always have to be serious? Yes…and no. Of course, there are components of every job interview that should be serious. However, I feel that being too serious in an interview is a flawed approach and a missed opportunity. Why? Research shows that when used properly, the use of humor facilitates personal attachment and builds co…

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The Art of Overcoming a Career Setback 30:27

11M ago30:27

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The job search can be a challenge. How do you, as a jobseeker overcome a career setback in a way that makes you stronger? Our special guest John Nocero would state it is time to ‘Becky Up’. Becky Lynch (John’s Shero) has been quoted as saying: You can be going through hardships sometimes, and you’re struggling, and then you’re wondering if you’re e…

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Counteroffers and Oddball Interview Questions 21:41

11M ago21:41

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Jobseekers should know that there are similarities in how you handle counteroffers and oddball interview questions. Oddball interview questions are unconventional and typically the answers are quite difficult. So what is the purpose of oddball interview questions? And how can you handle them gracefully? Likewise, counteroffers can be a challenge. T…

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CRA Doppelgangers: Expand Your Search 16:51

11M ago16:51

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Have you ever heard the term ‘doppelganger’? Doppelgangers are persons who are considered a double of another individual. Today I want to speak about CRA Doppelgangers and what it means to jobseekers. Why? Because our industry is rocking! There are currently over 113 thousand active studies listed on clinicaltrials.gov with 21,692 in the “Not Yet R…

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Is Leadership a Hard or Soft Skill? 24:56

11M ago24:56

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While leadership is considered a soft skill, effective leaders will use a combination of hard and soft skills to excel in their roles. So how do you learn how to motivate and inspire team members? What personality traits do you need to sharpen to become a more successful leader? What hard skills are necessary to be accepted in a leadership role? In…

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The Unsung Heroes in Clinical Research 27:16

11M ago27:16

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As we struggle to help identify a clear career pathway for those who want to become clinical research associates, I often wonder about the unsung heroes in our industry. I also wonder why these unsung heroes don’t get as much visibility as CRAs because their jobs are so incredibly important! The first role that comes to mind is that of a Study Coor…

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Does Job Tenure Matter? 14:56

12M ago14:56

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Yes…and no. But before we dig into the truth about job tenure, let’s discuss what it is. Job tenure is the length of time someone has worked for one company. Many identify tenure as long or short. And while there are several factors to consider when looking at job tenure, you should know that overall, as long as you are progressing in a way that is…

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Communication and Teamwork Skills 23:02

12M ago23:02

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The ACRP has done a wonderful job putting together a core competency framework for Clinical Study Monitoring. One particular domain covers communication and teamwork. This competency area covers relationships and communication with clinical study team members and investigative site staff. The ACRP’s specific expectations within this competency incl…