Epidemiology Contractor Recruitment for Global Biopharmaceutical Outsourcer

Rapid contractor placements in Epidemiology helped our client meet deadlines and avoid delays.

The Challenge

Our client is a large biopharmaceutical outsourcing company that serves the global testing, diagnostics, and manufacturing sectors within life sciences. Recently, they faced significant recruitment challenges within their Epidemiology department, affecting their ability to meet project deadlines and service their sponsors effectively.

The client was initially struggling to hire a permanent employee for a critical role in the Epidemiology department. With a heavy workload and looming deadlines to produce study protocols across multiple therapy areas, they needed immediate support to ensure continued success. After consulting with us, it was decided that hiring multiple contractors with diverse technical expertise would have a more immediate impact on their ability to meet their deliverables than pursuing a lengthy permanent hire process.

Our Approach

The Epidemiology department had lost key resources and urgently needed support to handle their project load. The department required contractors who could quickly integrate into the team and produce essential reports for ongoing study protocols. These roles were vital for ensuring the company could continue to meet its contractual obligations and maintain operational efficiency. Our expertise was crucial in sourcing professionals who had both the technical abilities and therapeutic knowledge to fulfil the department’s needs.

We conducted a thorough analysis of the client’s needs by diving into the specific operational deliverables required. The priority was clear: finding individuals who could reliably deliver on technical tasks and meet the tight deadlines. We assessed the candidates rigorously, ensuring they had the necessary therapeutic experience and technical Epidemiology expertise. This deep qualification process allowed us to present only the most relevant contractors for the role.

Results & Outcomes

Over a six-month period, we successfully placed three contractors into the client’s small Epidemiology & RWE team. Each time we were tasked with finding contractors, we provided multiple options within just four days, and over half of the candidates we presented were invited to interviews. Our ability to provide high-quality contractors quickly meant that the client could avoid project delays and maintain their operational flow despite their internal recruitment challenges.

While the company’s firm objective was to keep most talent acquisition in-house, our partnership has allowed them to supplement their permanent team with contractors in a way that didn’t violate their internal recruitment policies. This flexible solution has been instrumental in supporting the client during periods of resource shortfall, without contravening their long-term recruitment strategies.

Through our tailored recruitment solutions, we have enabled the client to successfully navigate resource shortages in their Epidemiology department. Our ability to quickly source and place qualified contractors has ensured that their project timelines and budgets were maintained, allowing them to continue delivering value to their sponsors. This successful partnership has positioned us as a key resource for their contractor needs moving forward, complementing their internal recruitment strategies.

Is your team facing critical talent shortages that threaten your project timelines?

Our recent collaboration with a biopharmaceutical outsourcing leader highlights how quickly the right talent can turn things around. By rapidly placing expert contractors in their Epidemiology department, we helped them avoid project delays and meet tight deadlines without compromising their long-term hiring strategies. If your team needs immediate support to meet deliverables and maintain efficiency, we’re here to help.

Contact us today to discover how our flexible recruitment solutions can provide the specialized talent you need to stay on track and exceed expectations. Let’s keep your projects moving forward together.