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For consultants looking to engage in meaningful regulatory and quality-focused work, joining FDA Quality and Regulatory Consultants (FDAQRC) is a significant step in their professional journey. But after the initial excitement of onboarding, one question often arises in the minds of consultants: How do I get assigned to projects?

At FDAQRC, we value our consultants expertise and are committed to matching them with projects that align with their skills and interests. However, there are key factors that influence whether a consultant is selected for a project. This post will explore those reasons and how consultants can position themselves for success.

A Complete and Detailed Consultant Profile is Key 

Once consultants have been fully vetted and onboarded into our system, the next step is to ensure their profile is complete and current. The profile is the primary tool our Resource and Project Management teams use to match consultants with appropriate projects.
Items a strong consultant profile should include:

• Niche Expertise: Clearly highlight specialties, i.e., pharmacovigilance (PV) audits, clinical trial monitoring, Good Clinical Practice (GCP compliance) and use keywords that reflect industry terminology. This increases the likelihood of your profile surfacing when we search our database.
• Relevant Experience: Be specific. Detail past projects, therapeutic areas, regulatory experience, and global regions you have worked in.
• Accuracy and Clarity: The information provided in your profile will be used to generate a Curriculum Vitale, more commonly known as a CV on our branded FDAQRC template. That CV is shared with clients so make sure it reflects your current capabilities.

Why Haven’t I Been Contacted? 

This is a question we hear from time to time. If you have not received any project opportunities, it may not be your qualifications but other factors:

• Client Demand: Most of our work is based in the United States or offered remotely. If your experience is primarily in geographic areas or specialties with lower demand, there may be fewer opportunities available at any given time. Although most of our work is based in the United States, we do support projects in other regions of the world, including Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
• Expertise area: Many of our project needs fall under the area of Good Clinical Practice (GCP). However, we also receive requests in other critical areas such as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GcLP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Pharmacovigilance (PV), Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and Computer Software Validation (CSV). Consultants with experience in these domains should ensure their profiles include relevant keywords to improve visibility when matching new projects.
• Rate Expectations: Setting your consultancy rate appropriately is important. Rates that are too low may signal a lack of experience, while high rates may place you outside a client’s budget. Competitive, fair rates help position you for more opportunities.
• Availability: We send a Quarterly Consultant Newsletter with a link to our availability form. Submitting your availability through this form or in response to our project opportunity emails increases your chances of being considered.

First Project Tips: Set the Standard 

Once assigned to a project, it is critical to make a strong first impression. We encourage all consultants to revisit their onboarding documents, including FDAQRC’s policies and best practices. These materials are designed to help you align with our expectations and answer many common questions.

Delivering high-quality work, being on time, professional, thorough, and communicative opens the door to future assignments. Our consultants are invited to return for additional projects based on their prior performance.

Our Commitment to Consultant Success 

At FDAQRC, we strive to build lasting partnerships with our consultants. By keeping your profile updated, staying engaged with availability updates, and performing with excellence, you’re maximizing your visibility and value in our network.

We are always seeking highly qualified professionals in quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and compliance. If you are already onboarded but have not been assigned to a project, don’t lose hope. Opportunities arise regularly, and your expertise could be exactly what our next client is looking for.

For questions or profile updates, reach out to our Resource Team. We look forward to supporting you with you on future projects with FDAQRC.

Looking for More Ways to Connect? 

FDAQRC offers extensive expertise in GCP audits, mock inspections, vendor evaluations, and more. Learn how our consulting network supports leading organizations by visiting our Services Page.