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
Years ago, I attended a conference and was handed a small button that read "I (heart symbol) Paper." Nothing resonated more deeply with me at that moment! Technology and automation may pose an inherent element of fear and unfamiliarity. The concept of change may be especially challenging to the deep-rooted paper trail practices in the field of research, no matter the phase. 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
