As many of us know, conflicts of interest are becoming ever more complex and increasing as various translational activities are encouraged. In many cases, our transitions to remote work and virtual platforms for information sharing are driving this complexity. Read more
In 2022, we surveyed IACUCs and Animal Resource Programs (ARPs) to learn more about changes, both temporary and permanent, to the regulated work environment for animal research oversight and laboratory animal care. At PRIMR22, we will take a deep dive into regulatory implications for remote work and oversight activities and examine the impact of recent changes to the labor market on ARPs. Read more
Hopefully the pandemic is not here to stay, but even when it's gone, I suspect work from home for research administrators will stay in one form or another for many people. Because in the end, it's not just the HRPPs going virtual: the entire research administrative enterprise is in this virtual world with them. Read more
Hiring and training remote employees is far more than just giving them equipment to work from home. There needs to be structure, transparency, and communication. Otherwise, there’s the risk of new hires slipping through the cracks, especially if they’re entering the regulatory field for the first time or taking on a particularly complex role. Read more
As many companies now embrace remote or hybrid work as a long-term option, is it for you? Guest blogger Kim Hunter-Schaedle offers advice on how to transition from emergency remote work to long-term remote work. Read more
