Hire the right person the first time.
Four ways to work with us, all built around one specialty: clinical research. Pick the model that fits the role, or let us recommend one.
For roles you can't afford to get wrong.
A dedicated, exclusive search for leadership and hard-to-fill roles: Medical Directors, VP-level Regulatory, Head of Biostatistics. We commit real time up front so you get a shortlist built for the role, not pulled from a database.
- Exclusive engagement, one firm running the search
- Deep-dive intake on the role, team, and culture
- Structured screening before any candidate reaches you
- Regular check-ins so you're never wondering where things stand
Best For
- Role Level
- Director and above
- Timeline
- 4–8 weeks, typical
- Fee Structure
- Retained, milestone-based
Fill the role without the upfront commitment.
You only pay when we place someone. A strong fit for individual-contributor and mid-level roles (CRAs, regulatory associates, QA specialists) where speed matters as much as depth.
- No placement, no fee
- Faster turnaround for standard clinical research roles
- Same specialty-only screening as our retained work
Best For
- Role Level
- Individual contributor to mid-level
- Timeline
- 2–5 weeks, typical
- Fee Structure
- Contingent on placement
Coverage for a study, a leave, or a surge.
Short- and mid-term clinical research professionals for trial coverage, parental or medical leave backfill, or a sudden increase in study volume. Vetted the same way as our permanent placements.
- Assignments from a few weeks to 12+ months
- Candidates already screened for clinical research work
- Option to convert to direct-hire later
Best For
- Role Level
- Any level, defined duration
- Timeline
- 1–3 weeks to start
- Fee Structure
- Hourly or weekly bill rate
Permanent placement, built around fit.
For teams that know exactly who they need and want that person hired directly, without a contract-to-hire step. We run the full search and hand off a candidate ready to start.
- Full-cycle search through offer acceptance
- Reference and credential verification included
- A short list, not a long one: every candidate is pre-screened
Best For
- Role Level
- Any level, permanent hire
- Timeline
- 3–6 weeks, typical
- Fee Structure
- Percentage of first-year salary
Not sure which model fits?
Tell us about the role and we'll recommend an approach. No obligation, no sales pitch.
Talk to a RecruiterEmployer questions
What roles does R. Ball Talent Group recruit for?
Clinical research roles only: clinical research coordinators, research assistants, clinical site managers and site leaders, clinical research associates, investigators and other research professionals, for sponsors, CROs and research sites.
What is the difference between retained and contingency search?
Retained search starts with an engagement fee and gives you a dedicated, exclusive search. It fits senior or hard-to-fill roles. With contingency search you pay only when you hire a candidate we present.
Do you only recruit in Las Vegas?
No. We are based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and recruit for clinical research employers across the United States.
Can you cover a study, a leave or an enrollment surge?
Yes. Contract and interim staffing gives you qualified clinical research staff for a set period without adding permanent headcount.
How do we start a search?
Submit a search with the role details, or call 307-272-2188. A recruiter will follow up to talk through the role.