In the fast-evolving world of clinical research, staffing challenges can significantly impact study timelines, patient access, and overall trial success. As clinical trials become more complex and decentralized, research institutions and pharmaceutical companies require flexible, highly skilled professionals to manage critical operations efficiently. RapidTrials provides a streamlined, data-driven approach to hiring clinical research professionals, ensuring that trials run smoothly, on schedule, and with the highest quality standards.
Why Hiring the Right Talent Matters in Clinical Trials
Clinical research staffing has become more challenging due to shifting workforce preferences, increasing regulatory requirements, and the rise of decentralized clinical trials (DCTs). A shortage of experienced professionals can lead to data backlogs, regulatory issues, and delays in bringing life-saving treatments to market.
According to industry reports, over 80% of clinical trials experience delays, with insufficient staffing being a primary factor. Applied Clinical Trials: A 2024 article by Ken Getz from the Tufts Center for the Study of Drug Development indicates that the direct cost to conduct a clinical trial is approximately $40,000 per day, with the value of a single day of delay in drug development worth around $500,000 in unrealized or lost prescription drug sales.
According to Ken Getz from the Tufts Center for the Study of Drug Development, these delays can cost pharmaceutical companies $40,000 per day in direct costs and $500,000 per day in lost revenue, making efficient staffing a top priority for study sponsors and research sites. (Source: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/)
An article from Applied Clinical Trials highlighted that as many as 95% of cancer research centers report staffing issues, leaving them unable to run clinical trials and undermining the quality and integrity of the research. (Source: appliedclinicaltrialsonline.com)
A survey of clinical research professionals indicated that 80% of clinical trial offices are understaffed, emphasizing the critical need to address this issue to ensure the successful conduct of trials.
A survey by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) found that 68% of research sites struggle to find qualified clinical research coordinators, while 52% report difficulties in retaining skilled staff. Additionally, the Tufts Center for the Study of Drug Development reports that a 20% turnover rate among clinical trial staff leads to significant disruptions in trial continuity.
How RapidTrials Addresses Staffing Challenges
RapidTrials leverages deep industry expertise and a vast network of clinical research professionals to provide tailored staffing solutions. Whether you need to build an entire department or supplement your study team with specialized experts, RapidTrials ensures a seamless hiring process. Here’s how:
1. Specialized Clinical Research Staffing
We provide access to a global pool of highly qualified professionals, including:
- Principal Investigators & Sub-Investigators
- Clinical Research Coordinators (On-site & Virtual)
- Research Nurses & Study Nurses
- Patient Recruitment & Retention Specialists
- Clinical Data Coordinators & Data Abstractors
- Healthcare Professionals (Pharmacists, Social Workers, Therapists, etc.)
For example,
#1 Client Challenge:
Participants’ families and caregivers in a rare genetic disorder in a needed site support with coping with family matters impacted by clinical, but the PIs and Study Coordinators were already stretched thin, impacting participant retention and site relationships.
RapidTrials’ Solution:
Deploying a remote, dedicated social worker with experience in children with developmental delays resources to support families and caregivers freed up PIs and Study Coordinators to focus on other critical study activities. This improved participant retention, enhances caregiver experience, and strengthens site relationships.
#2 Client Challenge:
Slow screening and recruitment for a rare dermatologic disorder in adults, delaying study start-up and enrollment.
RapidTrials’ Solution:
Hire a contract sub-investigator to engage potential participants at patient advocacy meetings and assist the PI with informed consent and initial screening. This accelerates enrollment, streamlines timelines, and enhances participant satisfaction.
De-risk Your Trials with a Trusted Talent Partner
With a proven track record in accelerating clinical trials, RapidTrials enables research institutions and sponsors to focus on scientific innovation rather than staffing complexities. Our partnerships help:
- Reduce hiring risks
- Enhance site performance & efficiency
- Ensure faster patient access to breakthrough treatments
Partner with RapidTrials Today
Whether you’re looking to fill a single position or scale an entire research department, RapidTrials is your go-to solution for expert clinical trial staffing.
Contact us today to learn how we can help you accelerate your trials and optimize performance.
