Whether a clinical trial is being conducted in-house or in collaboration with a CRO, wisdom is the key to ensuring success. According to Deborah Manzo, Global Head of Clinical Trial Operations at Novartis Vaccines & Diagnostics, “Having the ability to either learn from… experience yourself or from hearing about another situation builds wisdom. Sometimes a [...]

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The market has experienced one of its worst periods in history.  Pharma is not immune as Merck’s recent announcement of 7,200 job cuts demonstrates.  So how can you keep your head above water and hold on to your job?  BE INDISPENSABLE – In tough times, it’s crucial to convince your boss that she/he needs you [...]

Image by Getty Images via Daylife Sure, the employment market is pretty weak right now.  But cost-cutting now can have an adverse impact on your ability to retain talent once the market begins to improve.  Be wise and prepare now to retain your most productive employees with these helpful tips: GET EVERYONE INVOLVED - Given al [...]