Resume Strategies That Make Life Sciences Candidates Stand Out
Practical guidance for professionals in Clinical Operations, Drug Safety, Medical Affairs, Biometrics, and other Life Sciences disciplines By Neha Potdar (Manager of Life Sciences Recruitment), Jessica Leveille (Director of Life Sciences Recruitment), and Melissa Douglas (Sr. Vice President of Recruitment) In today’s contract-driven life sciences hiring market, even highly qualified life sciences candidates can be overlooked if their resumes fail to communicate their value quickly and clearly. Life sciences recruiters at Orbis Clinical review countless applications each week, and they emphasize that small details often determine who advances. From showcasing specialized skills to structuring experience effectively, the right strategies can dramatically improve visibility. Many of today’s most urgent hiring needs sit within Clinical Operations, Drug Safety, Medical Affairs, Biometrics, and more. In these high-volume,
Contractors vs. Direct Hire: What Life Sciences Companies Need to Know
By Ryan Jacklin (General Manager), Melissa Douglas (Senior Vice President of Recruitment), and Brandon Haas (Director of Operations) Hiring decisions in the life sciences industry are rarely one-size-fits-all. Between evolving studies, shifting timelines, and constant pressure to move quickly without sacrificing quality, companies must be strategic about how they build their teams. One of the most common questions life sciences organizations face is whether to bring on contract talent or invest in direct hires. Understanding the advantages of each approach can help life sciences companies stay agile, compliant, and competitive. Why Contractors Play a Critical Role in Life Sciences Cost is often the first and most immediate advantage of utilizing contractors. When a contractor
Orbis Clinical’s QA Ad-Hoc Resources: Agile Support for Dynamic Quality Challenges
In the fast-paced world of life sciences, companies often face unpredictable quality and compliance challenges that require immediate, expert support. That’s where Orbis Clinical’s QA ad-hoc resources come in. Whether you’re navigating a sudden inspection, scaling up production, or implementing new technologies, our flexible QA consultants are ready to step in with specialized knowledge and on-demand solutions. Regulatory Readiness at a Moment’s Notice Even the most compliant companies can be caught off guard by evolving regulatory expectations or an unplanned inspection. Orbis Clinical’s QA consultants include bilingual experts and seasoned auditors with over 20 years of domestic and international auditing experience. This
Building Smarter Pharmacovigilance Teams: Orbis Clinical’s Approach to In-House Safety
By Dia'Monique Morton (Life Sciences Recruiter), Jacob Cassinelli (Director of Business Development), and Jessica Leveille (Director of Life Sciences Recruitment) In the evolving world of life sciences, pharmacovigilance plays a critical role in ensuring that life-saving therapies are also life-protecting. By monitoring, assessing, and preventing adverse effects, pharmacovigilance safeguards both patient health and company reputations. As drug development becomes more complex, and scrutiny from regulators and the public intensifies, life sciences companies are shifting their focus toward in-house pharmacovigilance solutions that offer more control, accountability, and quality. Orbis Clinical is at the forefront of this transformation, helping clients build and scale
Orbis Clinical at SCOPE 2025: Key Takeaways for Life Sciences Recruitment
By Keytrice Castro (Business Development Specialist), Katie Bortz (Director of Business Development), and Neha Potdar (Manager of Life Sciences Recruitment) Orbis Clinical recently attended SCOPE 2025 (Summit for Clinical Ops Executives), where industry leaders came together to explore the latest innovations shaping the future of clinical research. As with many other industries, Artificial Intelligence (AI) dominated many discussions, signaling a transformative shift in clinical research and operational efficiencies. However, this was not the sole focus of the summit. Here, we discuss the trends that are redefining the industry. From the evolution of Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) to the rapid expansion of
Orbis Clinical’s QA Auditing Services: Ensuring Compliance with Confidence
In the ever-evolving pharmaceutical industry, maintaining regulatory compliance is essential for success. Orbis Clinical’s GxP auditing services provide the expertise and support companies need to navigate complex regulations with confidence. Our tailored solutions help mitigate risk, ensure adherence to global standards, and optimize operations for long-term success. Comprehensive GxP Auditing for Seamless Compliance At Orbis Clinical, we understand that compliance goes beyond just ticking boxes. Our auditing services span multiple GxP domains, including Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and more. With a global reach and a team of experienced auditors, we help pharmaceutical companies identify
Orbis Clinical at SCDM 2024: Trends Shaping Clinical Data and Compliance
By Melissa Douglas, Senior Vice President of Recruitment Strategies at Orbis Clinical The Society for Clinical Data Management (SCDM) 2024 conference in Boston brought together industry leaders, experts, and innovators to discuss the latest developments in clinical data management. From groundbreaking technologies to emerging regulatory requirements, this year's conference underscored the rapid transformation of the clinical data landscape. For staffing firms like Orbis Clinical, these trends highlight the need for targeted recruitment strategies to secure consultants with specialized skills in this dynamic field. Here, we outline four major takeaways from SCDM 2024 and the role they play in recruiting top talent and
Orbis Clinical Recognized as One of the Largest Life Sciences Staffing Firms in the US
Orbis Clinical is thrilled to announce its inclusion in the 2024 edition of Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) annual Largest Life Sciences Staffing Firms in the United States list. This recognition underscores Orbis Clinical’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the life sciences sector. SIA’s 2024 Ranking: Orbis Clinical Among Leading Life Sciences Staffing Firms SIA, a reputable research and advisory firm known for providing in-depth analysis and insights into the staffing industry, previously recognized Epic Staffing Group, Orbis Clinical’s parent company, in their annual list of the Largest Staffing Firms in the United States earlier this year. Following this, SIA released a
Communicating with Your Life Sciences Recruiter: Why It Matters for Consultants on Assignment
By Allena Ball, Vice President of Sales at Orbis Clinical In a world where we have multiple means of communicating, the importance of communication becomes even more apparent – not only in our personal lives but also in our workplace. While we do understand that contract life sciences professionals may not want to be bombarded with constant communication while on project, we’d like to highlight the importance of recruiter communication and how communicating effectively can enhance your experience while on project. Bridge Project Expectation Gaps Setting expectations is always an important step when embarking on a new project. When you have an honest
Why Work with a Functional Service Provider (FSP)
By Ryan Jacklin, Orbis Clinical VP of Client Solutions With the increasing number of clinical trials conducted all over the world comes a greater demand for clinical research staffing. However, due to the complex nature of clinical research and the competitiveness in life science recruitment, organizations often struggle to allot the necessary time and resources to find and hire the right people. This is where a life sciences recruitment agency, like Orbis Clinical, can help. Orbis Clinical provides organizations with reliable solutions in life sciences staffing. One particular solution is Orbis’ functional service provider (FSP) model: OC Link. The FSP model is
