Posted by: @au45 Both matrix and project based organizations have their advantages and disadvantages as a project manager. As a project manager I feel a significant factor in finding success is being...

The company I work for would probably fit best in a matrix organization category. We specialize in ion channel drug discovery, so most of our work is focused on identifying promising compounds in the ...

Posted by: @jk299 So the company I would like to be in is a matrix organization because a matrix organization is one that" brings together employees and managers from different departments to work to...

@jej7 I agree, lack of resources can lead to failures in risk assessment. I like the example that was given, with a poorly managed complaints department at a medical device company. This can be even f...

@zbw2 spoke on a good system to use when considering risks. They mention that during the brainstorming part of the process, priority should be put on risks associated with the most critical parts of t...

@amandaally1029 well said. Risk assessment is a very important consideration. It puts into perspective the severity and harmful events that can be associated with the use of the device. Deciding wheth...

@llefevre you did a good job highlighting regulations on medical devices in different areas across the globe. What stands out most to me is the information you provided from the World Health Organizat...

Posted by: @zbw2 China is one country with a comprehensive design control system regulated by the Chinese Food an Drug Administration(CFDA). since 2013 the CFDA has been revamping their medical devic...

Design controls are used to ensure that medical devices meet user needs, intended uses, and specified requirements. These controls usually apply to the design of the product, as well as associated man...

For the different roles in clinical research, I believe that having a clinical background would be a plus, but not necessarily a requirement. When considering positions like a statistician, you wouldn...

Posted by: @kc4310 @amd29, I think you're suggesting the multi-billion dollar pharmaceutical industry has little value? Which I would like to agree, but there is strong evidence to suggest otherwise...

Clinical testing is an important part of the pharmaceutical drug development process. It helps researchers determine if a new treatment or medical device is safe and effective in people. Testing gives...

Posted by: @dyc6 I think the best advertisements really know how to speak to their audience. I remember watching tv ads featuring McDonald's Happy Meals as a kid, where they would show the different ...

Unique, creative ideas that are entertaining usually works best when trying to get an audience's attention. I personally can't think of one of my favorite ads, but Nike has released a few commercials ...

As many of you have noted, I don't think that I have looked deep enough to understand the risk behind accepting a position based on company type. I think that the role and experience you’ll be obtaini...