DIA 2020 Global Annual Meeting

It is no secret that the industry has a shortage of seasoned clinical research talent that oftentimes lack the skillset required to maintain quality and compliance sponsors require. Confounding the talent shortage dilemma are not only increased pipelines and rising competition, but also that some roles are being displaced due to COVID-19 related adjustments to reduce organizational risk. In this presentation, you will learn: • Current trends affecting industry talent, such as increasing competition, the impact of COVID-19, and the need to consider alternative models in outsourced clinical research • Predictions on how the industry will respond to needs which require more flexibility and a need for scalability quickly up or down, to reduce risk and burden • Innovative programs being used in the industry to engage emerging talent like CRAs • Which outsourcing and recruitment delivery model is right for you to help balance risk, maintain timelines and compliance, drive innovation and retain knowledge capital through better employee retention: Contingent staffing, Functional Service Provider (FSP) and/or full-service CRO.