Beyond the Protocol: Clinical Work/Life Insights is a webinar series hosted by Clinical Leader Chief Editor Dan Schell and ClinOps professional Sandra Warne. It explores the realities of finding and securing a clinical operations/research job in today’s volatile work environment. Each episode tackles the impact of industry layoffs, offering candid conversations, practical strategies for navigating career setbacks, and expert advice to help professionals land their next role.
EPISODE 1: BEYOND THE PROTOCOL
Beyond The Protocol: An Interview With Talent Acquisition Specialist Katie Dunn
Dan and Sandra talk with Katie Dunn about a variety of HR subjects including the difference between a recruiter and talent acquisition professional, the difficulty of advancing in the clinical research industry, and why this is one of the toughest job markets in years for...
EPISODE 2: BEYOND THE PROTOCOL
Beyond The Protocol: An Interview With CRC Susan Swonger
Susan Swonger shared her career journey, job-hunting strategies, transferable skills, experiences with scams and setbacks, and emphasized networking, continuous training, and resilience as keys to staying competitive in clinical research.
EPISODE 3: BEYOND THE PROTOCOL
Beyond The Protocol: An Interview With Rudy Malle, Clinical Research Career Coach
In this interview with Rudy Malle, a clinical research career coach, he discusses strategies for finding jobs in clinical research, emphasizing LinkedIn visibility, being strategic in job hunting, and the importance of owning your accomplishments on your resume.
EPISODE 4: BEYOND THE PROTOCOL
Beyond The Protocol: An Interview with CRC Kondal Reddy
Kondal Reddy talks about his difficulties finding a clinical research job today despite have years of experience as a CRC and formal medical training.
MEET OUR HOSTS
Dan Schell is the Chief Editor of Clinical Leader, a website focused on topics related to clinical trial operations. Previously, he served as the Editorial Director of Life Science Leader magazine, another Life Science Connect community, for 14 years. He has experience as a technology writer and has worked for 10 years in hospital business development and communications.
Sandra Warne is a clinical research professional with a demonstrated history in oncology, neurology (CNS), infectious, and rare
/ultra-rare/orphan indications. Her previous experience includes work as an Associate Global Clinical Project Manager (ACPM) who managed multi-million-dollar clinical study budgets, and ensured projects remained within scope.