Parexel

Parexel provides full clinical development services to help treatments reach patients faster. Learn more: https://www.parexel.com/participate

Careers at Parexel®
If you are inspired to make a difference in the world, we can help you make it possible. Search positions worldwide: https://jobs.parexel.com/en

Volunteer to Participate
When you participate in a clinical trial, you are helping advance humanity’s journey to new discoveries that may save or greatly improve lives worldwide for decades to come. You may also benefit from a new and better investigational medication that is not yet publicly available.

03/27/2026

On this month’s Patients First Friday, Tala Fakhouri, VP of Consulting, AI & Digital Policy, Real‑World Research, joined Stacy Hurt, Chief Patient Officer, for a powerful conversation about the real, practical ways AI is transforming drug development and improving the patient experience.

With March marking Women’s History Month, Stacy also asked Tala to share the leadership principles that have guided her as a respected female voice in science, policy and innovation.

🎥 Watch the clip to hear Tala’s inspiring perspective.

03/25/2026

In continuation of our celebration of Women's History Month, we are spotlighting one of the most influential women to have been with Parexel: our co-founder Anne Sayigh.

In an interview with Parexel CEO Peyton Howell, co-founder Josef von Rickenbach shares how he and Anne built Parexel together, her passion for science and her legacy as a beloved leader.

🎥Watch the video and tell us about a woman in science you admire.

03/16/2026

Meet Rahul Kamath, whose career in Health Economics is built on curiosity, teamwork and a desire to contribute to meaningful healthcare decisions.

Each day, Rahul works on systematic reviews, synthesizing reports and literature analysis — all tasks that demand precision and critical thinking. But what he values just as much as the work is the environment around him: supportive leadership, encouraging colleagues and a culture anchored in appreciation and balance.

Rahul believes that effective communication is essential, especially in virtual settings and that adapting to new AI‑driven tools helps teams work smarter. He enjoys interacting with clients and understanding the “how” and “why” behind each request — turning every conversation into a learning opportunity.

Outside work, Rahul draws inspiration from reading, traveling and exploring new hobbies. At the core of his personal philosophy is a simple belief: progress comes from continuous improvement, one small step at a time.

📖 Read Rahul’s full story: https://brnw.ch/21x0M7S

03/13/2026

🏆 We're proud to announce that Parexel has been named the winner of the 2026 NEXT Award for Patient Leadership from Medidata Solutions!

This award recognizes our commitment to using patient-focused technology and patient insights to improve the clinical trial experience and decrease burden on trial participants.

At Parexel, putting Patients First isn't just a philosophy — it's embedded in everything we do. This recognition reflects our collaboration with Medidata Solutions' Patient Advocacy Office and the leadership of Parexel's Chief Patient Officer Stacy Hurt in keeping the patient voice at the heart of clinical research.

Thank you to Medidata for this honor and for our shared effort to transform clinical research for patients everywhere.

03/10/2026

Meet Smitha, Senior Project Data Coordinator at Parexel 💙 Her journey is a reminder that a career break isn’t a setback — it can be the beginning of real growth.

When Smitha returned to the workforce in 2021, she was looking for a place that valued experience and supported professionals restarting their careers. At Parexel, she found exactly that: teammates who shared their knowledge, an environment where learning is encouraged and a culture built on collaboration and respect.

From re‑learning systems to coordinating data across multiple studies, Smitha steadily grew into her role — an experience shaped by resilience, curiosity and a belief that growth happens one step at a time.

Today, she mentors new colleagues, improves processes and helps ensure the data behind clinical trials is accurate and reliable. Her advice for anyone returning after a break: stay curious, embrace the details, ask questions and give yourself grace as you grow.

📖 Read Smitha’s story - https://brnw.ch/21x0BWK

03/08/2026

Today marks the 115th International Women's Day – a global celebration of women's social, economic and cultural achievements.

At Parexel, we're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all genders thrive. This year's theme, Give To Gain, reminds us that investing in women's advancement benefits us all.

How can we all contribute to advancing gender equality?
🤝 Give respect and visibility 📚 Give knowledge and resources 🎉 Give celebration and recognition 👥 Give mentoring and opportunities 🚀 Give momentum and support

Whether through advocacy, education, mentoring or creating opportunities, we all have the power to make a difference.

This International Women's Day, we celebrate the incredible women at Parexel and across the clinical research industry who are transforming patients' lives every day.

What will you ?

03/06/2026

Once again, Parexel colleagues showed up for rare disease research, joining Syngap Elternhilfe e.V. for their annual Rare Diseases Run.

Parexel colleagues around the world walked, ran, rolled and cycled their favorite routes, helping raise vital funds for nonprofit organizations dedicated to rare disease research and patient support.

Swipe through to see some of the faces—and places—of colleagues around the globe recognizing . 👟🚴‍♀️♿

03/02/2026

"We're breaking down silos and bringing teams together. That cross-functional approach, where everyone brings their unique insights, is what helps us deliver better and faster." 💡

Meet Holly Clark who has 20 years in clinical research from patients’ bedsides to operations leadership and has helped build the Parexel Precision Pathway, a framework that sets our teams up for success before trials even begin. 🎯

What does the Parexel Precision Pathway mean for our teams?

Greater organization when projects launch, fewer repeated conversations with sponsors and the data strategy and oversight framework are already in place, so every team member can focus on what matters: getting medicines to patients faster.⚡

"All hands are on deck to deliver for patients and customers," Holly says. That's the genuine collaboration you'll find at Parexel. ❤️

Holly shows what's possible when you bring your insights to a team that listens.

👉 Read Holly's story: https://brnw.ch/21x0o5c

02/28/2026

Today on , we honor the more than 300-400 million people worldwide living with rare diseases and the advocates working to transform their futures.

When Gvantsa Kvantaliani's daughter was diagnosed with Rett syndrome, she realized other Georgian families had shared experiences — isolation and uncertainty, resources unavailable in their native language and a community for support.

So she created one.

Working full-time as a clinician and university invited lecturer, Gvantsa spent her evenings translating scientific materials and building Georgia's first patient-led rare disease organization—a home for families seeking answers, connection and hope.

Today, Gvantsa brings her dual perspective as mother and medical professional to Parexel, where she works to help ensure clinical trials are accessible, equitable and designed with patient needs at the center.

This Rare Disease Day, we celebrate the strength of rare disease communities worldwide and the advocates driving change.

02/26/2026

We're honored to collaborate with Finding Hope for Frizzle - Frrs1l to advance a lifesaving gene therapy for children with Frizzle (FRRS1L) disease.

This parent-led nonprofit has selected Parexel to provide regulatory and FDA Investigational New Drug (IND) support, as they work toward their goal of beginning clinical trials by September 2026.

FRRS1L is a devastating rare genetic disease that causes early-onset epilepsy, hyperkinetic movements, developmental delays and severe regression by age two. As we approach on Feb. 28, we're reminded of the urgency and importance of advancing treatments for the 100+ known Frizzle patients worldwide ─ and the 300-400 million people globally living with rare diseases who are fighting for treatments.

Learn more about the work that's helping to bring hope to families affected by FRRS1L. 🔗https://brnw.ch/21x0hv3

02/20/2026

"The first word that comes to mind when I think about the moment of diagnosis is relief."

Today on National Caregivers Day, we honor caregivers like Gvantsa Kvantaliani. After a long diagnostic journey with her daughter, Gvantsa channeled her experience into action—founding Georgia's first patient-led rare disease organization and bringing her lived experience as both mother and doctor into her work in clinical trials.

At Parexel, Gvantsa focuses on ensuring clinical trials meet families' needs because she understands firsthand what families navigate every day. Read Part 1 of her story and stay tuned for more on Rare Disease Day. ⬇️

Can you share the moment when your daughter was diagnosed with Rett syndrome? How did that experience transform your perspective as a mother and a doctor?

▪️After a long, emotionally exhausting diagnostic journey, finally having a name for what we were facing felt like a heavy weight off my shoulders. As difficult as it was to hear, living in uncertainty was harder. I knew how critical early diagnosis is for guiding intervention, establishing a management plan and anticipating future needs.
▪️From a medical standpoint, the diagnosis deepened my commitment to the rare disease field—an area I had already been passionate about. But experiencing it as a mother transformed everything. It pushed me to be even more proactive, to search for knowledge beyond borders and to learn from those with the deepest expertise. I joined Rett Syndrome Europe, a patient advocacy group, and traveled to the Rett Expertise Center in Maastricht, Netherlands, because I needed guidance directly from experts.

How does your dual perspective—as a caregiver to a child with a rare disease and a clinical research professional—influence the way you approach drug development and clinical trial design?

▪️This dual lens reinforces the importance of designing trials that not only advance science but also deliver meaningful value to the rare disease community we aim to serve. Bridging these two perspectives enables me to advocate for protocols that are operationally feasible, ethically sound and aligned with the needs of both families and sponsors.
▪️Ultimately, my daughter—as well as the many rare disease patients and families I engage with through my advocacy work—reminds me every day why this work matters. They bring urgency, clarity and purpose to every project, ensuring that the research we conduct truly reflects what families need most.

What message would you share with other rare disease caregivers who are navigating their own journeys?

▪️You are not alone. This journey is heavy, but your strength is real—even on the days you don’t feel it. You are doing an extraordinary job in an extraordinary situation, and your voice matters more than you know.

02/18/2026

Through our long-standing partnership with United Way Bengaluru, Parexel continues to improve lives and strengthen communities across India. This past week, our Chief Executive Officer, Peyton Howell, had the opportunity to witness the profound impact these initiatives have on people and their families.

What we see is hope restored, confidence built and futures being reshaped:

🤲 Opening the world to students who are visually impaired through AI‑enabled visual aids that help them learn and experience life with greater independence.

❤️ Giving children who are hard of hearing the gift of sound by helping to fund life‑changing cochlear implant surgeries, transforming their lives.

🚲 Supporting frontline healthcare workers by providing e‑bikes that reduce their travel burden and expand their reach to patients in rural areas in Karnataka, India.

🚗 Empowering women with new skills and new possibilities through driver’s license training that unlocks mobility, employment and personal freedom.

These are stories of dignity, opportunity and compassion -- and they reflect the heart of who we are.

Address

541 Church At North Hills Street
Durham, NC
27609

Website

http://www.parexel.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Parexel posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Want your practice to be the top-listed Clinic in Durham?

Improving the Lives of Patients Every Day With Heart

Careers at Parexel®

If you are inspired to make a difference in the world, we can help you make it possible. Search positions worldwide: bit.ly/2SWJQdD Volunteer to Participate

When you participate in a clinical trial, you are helping advance humanity’s journey to new discoveries that may save or greatly improve lives worldwide for decades to come. You may also benefit from a new and better investigational medication that is not yet publicly available. Learn more: bit.ly/2uqkYS3