Clinical research specialization
A single focus: the profiles and teams of this sector.
ECR Talent
Specialized Clinical Research Talent
Connecting CROs, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and clinical research sites with specialized clinical research professionals across Latin America.
Specialized talent for a specialized industry
We understand Clinical Research because we are part of Clinical Research.
ECR Talent comes from knowing the clinical research ecosystem: working inside studies, training professionals for the sector and understanding what each team needs depending on the role and the stage of the study.
We are not a generalist HR consultancy: we work exclusively with clinical research profiles.
What sets us apart
Role knowledge
We understand what each role does and which competencies it requires.
Sponsor / CRO / Site ecosystem
We understand the differences between working sponsor-side, CRO-side or at the site.
Clinical Operations
Knowledge of how a study runs and of its timelines.
Professional community
Direct connection with sector professionals across Latin America.
Technical profile assessment
We review professional judgment, not only the CV.
LATAM and international perspective
Regional searches with a global outlook.
Who we work with
We support talent searches for organizations across the clinical research ecosystem.
Organizations
- CROs
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Biotech companies
- Clinical research sites
- Sponsors
- Vendors
- Other clinical research organizations
Find the profile your organization needs
A simple, structured process led by people who know the sector.
- 01Understand the hiring need.
- 02Define the profile.
- 03Specialized talent search.
- 04Initial candidate assessment.
- 05Candidate presentation.
- 06Coordination with the hiring organization.
Specialized clinical research profiles
These are the types of profiles we work with. Candidate availability depends on each particular search.
Roles
- Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
- Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA)
- Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)
- Study Coordinator
- Clinical Trial Manager (CTM)
- Clinical Project Manager
- Clinical Operations
- Regulatory Affairs
- Start-Up / Site Activation
- Clinical Data Management
- Pharmacovigilance / Drug Safety
- Quality Assurance
- Investigators
- Site Staff
Request a talent search
Tell us which profile you need and we will get in touch to scope the search.
ECR Academy and ECR Talent
ECR Academy develops talent: it trains healthcare professionals to work in clinical research.
ECR Talent connects specialized talent with organizations in the clinical research ecosystem.
Studying at ECR Academy does not imply or guarantee taking part in ECR Talent selection processes.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find clinical research talent in Latin America?
ECR Talent supports clinical research talent searches across Latin America, with an exclusive focus on the sector and technical assessment of the profiles presented.
How can I hire a Clinical Research Associate?
The process starts by defining the scope of the role: study phase, therapeutic area, type of monitoring, expected autonomy, language and location. Based on that, we run a specialized search, an initial assessment and present candidates.
Where can CROs find CRA candidates?
ECR Talent runs specialized CRA searches within the clinical research ecosystem in Latin America, working from the specific requirements of each CRO.
What roles are part of Clinical Operations?
Clinical Operations typically includes CRA, CTA, Clinical Trial Manager, Clinical Project Manager, Start-Up / Site Activation and coordination roles connected to study execution.
How can I recruit clinical research professionals in LATAM?
By working with a partner that knows the regional ecosystem: defining the profile with sector criteria, searching within clinical research and assessing candidates technically before presenting them.
What should I look for when hiring a CRA?
Beyond years of experience: knowledge of GCP and applicable regulations, experience with the systems and documentation of a study, monitoring criteria, communication with sites and the ability to justify decisions.