I work for a hospital with a university affiliation.  Most of the
research conducted is in the form of clinical trials.  We have many
departments including surgery, medicine, ob/gyn, and pediatrics who
conduct these clinical trials.

Management is interested in hiring a grant writer with the intention of
increasing research.  I have my doubts that one person can be so
versatile and have the ability to write for multiple departments.  Having
virtually no experience in this field I am inquiring further to all of
you.  Does anyone have similiar situations utilizing a grant writer?  Has
it increased your research base?  Does consulting on an as needed basis
make better sense?

Any advice or thoughts would be helpful.

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Ronald F. Polizzi                     Internet: xxxxxx@umdnj.edu
Director, Grants/Faculty Finance         Voice: (609) 342-3130
Cooper Hospital/UMC                        Fax: (609) 541-4762
One Cooper Plaza
Camden, NJ 08103
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