clinical research coordinator

research assistant

recruiting specialist

coordinator

data specialist

Alliance for Multispecialty Research, LLC

I've read the reviews of others on here, and am honestly surprised. I suppose that one would be more inclined to post a review if they had had a negative experience, and so I felt I should share my (very positive) experiences at AMR.

Every day at the Alliance for Multispecialty Research (AMR) brings new challenges and opportunities. The nature of our work varies greatly, but a typical day involves collaborating with a diverse team of professionals, problem-solving, and contributing to innovative research projects. The pace can be fast, but it's never monotonous.

The learning opportunities at AMR are immense. The exposure to cutting-edge research and diverse specialties has expanded my knowledge base significantly. I've learned how to navigate complex research scenarios, mastered new technologies, and refined my collaborative skills.

The management at AMR is exceptional. They're not just leaders, but mentors who take a keen interest in our professional growth. Their open-door policy promotes transparency and encourages us to voice our opinions or concerns without hesitation. I have never hesitated to share things that I was concerned about or had taken issue with.

The culture at AMR is one of its strongest assets. It’s a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment that values every individual's contribution. The emphasis on work-life balance and employee wellness is genuinely commendable. HR is continually looking for ways to improve job satisfaction including spot bonuses and flexible holiday scheduling.

The hardest part of the job, perhaps, is also what makes it most interesting: the complexity and high stakes of our research. We often work with tight deadlines and high expectations, which can be stressful. However, the sense of accomplishment when overcoming these challenges is incomparable.

The most enjoyable part of the job is the satisfaction of knowing our work has a real-world impact. Contributing to research that can potentially influence change and improve lives is incredibly rewarding. Additionally, the camaraderie among the team and the shared passion for our work make AMR a truly enjoyable place to work.

In conclusion, my time at AMR has been a journey of growth, learning, and fulfillment. I would highly recommend this organization to anyone passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others.



While the pay may seem reasonable, do not work here at the Norfolk Office.  

There is absolutely no hands on training.  They sit you in front of a computer and have absolutely no interaction with you. 
Also they do not do on site training. You are required to spend a week in  Kentucky.   Which you are given little to no notice.  That is not disclosed in the interview process.  Norfolk has alot of turn over and only one staff member who has been there a year.  
You are told that the PI wants to retire and it shows. 
 Management needs more training.  They are very disorganized. 
 10 hour days seem great. If there is a Holiday they only pay you for 8 hours.  Yet it is mandatory that work 10 hours.  Except for Management . They can come in 5 days a week or even late and not work 10 hours.
They are highly disorganized from work flow to how employees dress. 
You only get a half hour for lunch and no other breaks. 


This company used to be great to work for, but they have really pushed the corporate narrative. The executive team, particularly the new COO, treats people like a number in a poorly maintained machine. They went from caring about their employees, to only caring about revenue. 

 There is a lot of favoritism in this company and if you're not "in," good luck getting promoted. There is so much petty drama it made my head spin. 

They are not competitive with wages, especially if you're an existing employee. If you wanted a pay raise, you're better off leaving and coming back. I used to love coming to work for this company. 

My manager was a great person professionally and personally, and that it made it hard for me to leave. In the end, I made the better choice to leave for a company that actually pays me a salary I can live on. 

The team at AMR, and it is a team working together, embracing the keys to successful clinical research-
1. respecting and taking care of the volunteers ... their safety is always job#1
2. supporting one another in the execution of study protocols and having no fear of asking for help along the way
3.  Producing clean, accurate data used by sponsors to make critical decisions on prospective new drugs.

Site-level coworkers were awesome but the corporation is terrible. Worst health insurance I've ever had. This place is a revolving door and constantly tries to push more work while being stingy about hiring enough employees. Started seeing red flags only a few weeks into employment. Your input doesn't matter, particularly when it comes to scheduling.  While every company is about profit, this company seems to be far more about profit over quality research. 

I have been with AMR for 24 years and I hope to retire from here (in 24 years)!  My typical day is never the same and never dull.  The hardest part of the job is learning new things.  This is an always changing industry and it's sometimes a challenge when you need to change how you do things to keep up with (and above) the industry standards.  What I enjoy most about my job is I am always learning new things and enjoy sharing my knowledge with others to make them better at their job and to make it more enjoyable for them.  The atmosphere in the office is like a family and we support each other and strive to make our family stand out as shining stars!

All my coworkers are amazing to work with. AMR really cares about its employees by giving us good benefits and PTO, overtime pay, and surrounding us with coworkers that care. The hardest part of the job, as with any, is busy work days and a large workload. However, those days are not everyday. The most enjoyable part is learning all new things with research studies and not everyday being the same. 

-Great coworkers 
-Good career growth opportunities 
-A spirit of collaboration across departments at the corporate level 
-Engaged HR and Marketing departments work together to celebrate site level and employee successes and always have a fun remote activity up their sleeve for holidays and events to encourage engagement for remote workers 
-Working here provides exposure to both big and small pharma and biotech companies with an impressive variety of specialties 
-Feels good to work for a company that is dedicated to helping people through medical avenues

Prior to 2024, AMR was a wonderful place to build a career and work. A change in the executive team has caused a shift from doing good work and safety for the subjects to  see more, do more and make more money. 

It is an unfortunate turn of events that has made a wonderful company become a money hungry corporation that no longer puts subjects first.  

To be clear, middle management and site level management are very competent and working within a system that is difficult to contend with. 


Working at AMR means you are a part of a family, not just an employee. There is a good work/home  balance and plenty of room to grow. Each day is never the same, meaning you never get bored. You meet so many new people and are constantly learning new things. Plus what we do at AMR means something. We are always looking and doing new things to be the best that there is. I wish I had found AMR 20 years ago, but now that I have, I'm not leaving until I retire.

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