What does it actually take to build a drug program that survives?In Episode 10, Brad and Marina sit down with Dr. Kevin Bacon — pharmacologist, startup founder, and 35-year veteran of drug discovery and clinical development. Kevin has built programs in respiratory disease and vaccines, led cross-functional teams across the US, Europe, and Japan, and helped companies find their path from early-stage asset to exit.In this conversation, Kevin unpacks what he calls the science executive mindset: why the science behind the molecule is the make-or-break variable that investors and boards often ignore until it's too late. He also talks about the financing pressures reshaping biotech right now, why so many job descriptions are setting companies up to fail, and where AI genuinely helps — and where humans still have to be in the room.In this episode:→ Why Kevin calls himself a science executive — not a biotech executive→ The real reason biotech programs fall apart in clinical development→ The 2023–2024 bust: what actually caused it→ AI in drug discovery: where it adds value and where it doesn't→ Why biotech job descriptions have become unrealistic — and what to do instead→ What global leadership taught Kevin about people being the cornerstone of this industry

Laboratory animal veterinary hiring is tightening, with up to 115 open roles across the U.S. In this episode of Clinical Veterinary Recruiting Insights, RPM ReSearch unpacks the June 2026 U.S. Lab Animal Veterinary Market Intelligence Report, including the NHP sourcing gap, California licensure barriers, Cambridge/Boston and California hot zones, emerging specialties from xenotransplantation to radiopharmaceuticals, and compensation pressure across academic, CRO, biotech, and sponsor environments. Tune in for strategies to reduce hold times and secure scarce preclinical veterinary talent.

In this episode of Clinical Veterinary Recruiting Insights, Brad McMillan speaks with Dr. William Singleton about his career across lab animal medicine, pharmaceutical research, academia, consulting, and CRO settings — and how those experiences shaped his perspective on leadership, operations, and organizational growth.

Together, they explore:

• how Dr. Singleton found his path into lab animal medicine
• why leadership became a bigger part of his career than clinical work alone
• what makes some veterinarians thrive in leadership roles while others struggle
• how consulting evolved from technical training into broader advisory work
• why operational efficiency, communication, and culture are often more connected than organizations realize
• what veterinarians can do early in their careers to prepare for leadership and consulting opportunities

This episode is especially relevant for professionals in lab animal medicine, veterinary leadership, CROs, preclinical research, animal welfare, and veterinary consulting.

It’s a conversation about more than career progression — it’s about building stronger teams, better systems, and lasting impact.

If you want, I can also turn this into a second LinkedIn version that feels even more like an Ora-style post with a stronger hook and punchier line-by-line formatting.

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Can a single conversation change your career? For Dr. Lok Desi, it did. In this episode of Clinical Veterinary Recruiting Insights, host Brad McMillan explores how a chance encounter introduced Dr. Desi to the world of medical device R&D—and why he’s never looked back.

Listeners will learn:

• Alternative Career Pathways – How to break into preclinical medical device work without a residency.

• Inside the Lab – What a typical week looks like when managing perioperative care, device testing, and multi-disciplinary collaborations.

• Regulatory Deep Dive – From FDA classifications to GLP studies, CE marks, and biocompatibility testing, get a clear roadmap of the approval process.

• Work–Life Balance – Strategies for staying efficient and grounded when procedures and post-op care dominate the schedule.

• Future Impact – How innovations in devices like pacemakers and continuous glucose monitors are transforming both human and veterinary medicine.

Whether you’re a veterinarian curious about research, a med-device professional, or simply fascinated by how breakthrough therapies come to life, this conversation delivers practical guidance and inspiration.

🎧 Tune in to hear how curiosity, physiology, and smart career choices can open doors to cutting-edge veterinary science.

Deep dive into the evolving dynamics of work-life balance in the veterinary world and how it is no longer the same game! From the financial intricacies of hiring in today's age to the booming business of high-priced pets, we unravel the world of pet insurance, corporate vet clinics and the journey from breeder to buyer, Ever wonder about the skyrocketing prices of pets and the paradox of medical expenses? Unpack theses mysteries and more with personal pet tales that are both heartwarming and thought provoking. Join us in this insightful exploration of the veterinary profession, its challenges, and its evergreen appeal.

In this episode we talk with Dr Laraime Doyal a recent veterinary graduate who has moved into the world of Laboratory Animal Medicine. Dr. Doyal describes a day-in-the-life in his facility, how he transitioned into Laboratory Animal Medicine, some of the differences between Laboratory Animal Medicine and Companion Animal Medicine.

How do I write a better resume?   How do I make myself a more relevant candidate? In this short episode, we talk about resume length and how to create multiple versions of your resume to make you the most relevant candidate and to prepare for your interview. 

Take a listen and let me know what you think.   

In this episode we follow Dr. Bernacky's career from working at a Horse Track, through the Military, Laboratory Animal Medicine transitions into Academia, and Contract Research Organizations and senior leadership.  

If you are looking at options for your career- this is a great episode. 

He has advice for those interested in hiring DACLAM vets and for the vets themselves at the end of the episode.    

Let me know what you think in the comments section, and reach out if you have questions on your career direction. 

In this episode, I want to provide resources for those members of the hiring team that are not Clinical Veterinarians themselves.  I discuss 10 tips on what to look for in candidate profiles and backgrounds beyond your organization's requirements. 

Here is a helpful link when looking at the backgrounds of foreign veterinarians:  https://www.avma.org/education/center-for-veterinary-accreditation/accredited-veterinary-colleges

Here is a link to my original article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/10-lessons-learned-building-stable-clinical-bradley-mcmillan/

For more resources for hiring managers, go to www.RPMReSearch.Solutions and click on the resources tab.