Start Up
Acceleration
Grant funding often feels uncertain, making it hard to plan ahead—but imagine this: the moment your funding is secured, an experienced project manager steps in to expertly handle all your start-up logistics. From hiring and onboarding staff to creating workflows, developing data tools, and supporting compliance, we ensure your study launches smoothly and stays on track.
Here are some of the services we provide:
Hiring and onboarding study team staff
Creating workflows and writing standard operating procedures
Developing data collection tools and databases
Support with reporting and registration
Typically extends for first 6 months of research project
With our support, you’ll feel confident, meet your research goals faster, and maximize the impact of your hard-earned data.
Ready to take your research to the next level? Let’s start the conversation—book a call with us today.
Acceleration in Action
Case Study: Megan’s Research Journey with Lacuna Global
When Megan reached out to Lacuna Global, she was navigating the early stages of a complex research study. Her goals were ambitious, but she needed a clear roadmap and a reliable team to execute her vision. That’s where we came in.
Our first step was to bring order and momentum to the project. We collaborated with Megan to design a detailed strategic plan and supported her in building a team of capable, enthusiastic recent graduates. From conducting interviews to hands-on training, we ensured her new hires were not only well-prepared but fully integrated into the project’s mission.
To keep things moving smoothly, I attended weekly lab and core team meetings, providing real-time progress tracking and actionable next steps. Within three months, we had workflows in place, assessments organized and IRB approved, and a comprehensive database ready for action. The highlight? A completed manual of procedures that enabled Megan to begin recruiting participants right on schedule.
Weekly one-on-one strategic planning sessions with Megan became a cornerstone of our collaboration. These weren’t just check-ins; they were deep dives into team management, delegation, recruitment strategies, and even database troubleshooting. One particularly rewarding moment was acting as a thought partner for a PhD student’s project on long-term retention—showcasing how Lacuna Global’s support goes beyond logistics to foster meaningful research contributions.
By the end of this acceleration phase, Megan and her team were fully equipped with the tools, training, and confidence to take their project to the next level. Now, with the foundation firmly in place, we’re continuing our partnership through the Long-Term Maintenance Package, ensuring their progress stays on track. Check out how we can support you with this next step!