Heart of the Trial
Welcome to a podcast delving into the personal narratives within the clinical research industry. Through candid interviews, we'll learn about the personal journeys and motivations of individuals who have chosen this profession. What I like to call 'their why'.
My aim is to spotlight the often overlooked heroes of clinical trials, showcasing their passion and dedication that extends beyond the spotlight of 'big Pharma.' These conversations will illuminate the heartfelt narratives of those driving advancements in medical research.
This podcast is not just for industry insiders; it's for everyone curious about the human side of healthcare. Beyond the industry's negative reputation, we'll shed light on the dedicated professionals behind clinical trials.
Join us as we uncover the heart and passion of those working tirelessly behind the scenes in clinical research. Welcome to Heart of the Trial!
Heart of the Trial
Season 2, Episode 7: TMF Tools, AI Experiments, and the Power of “Why” with Rob Jones
TMF Tools, AI Experiments, and the Power of “Why” with Rob Jones
Show Description & Notes
From lab coats to line items, meet the creator of the TMF Pocket app shaking things up in clinical operations.
In this episode, Suzanne chats with Rob Jones, a product manager, TMF innovator, and creator of the TMF Pocket app, about how curiosity—and a little bit of late-night YouTube—led him to build practical tools for the clinical research world. We dive into what sparked his idea, how he leveraged AI without writing a single line of code, and why specialized tools (beyond Excel!) are the future of our industry.
We talk about:
- How Rob’s TMF journey started in IT and bloomed into product management
- The inspiration (and frustration) behind building the TMF Pocket app
- Why vibing with AI might be your new favorite development tool
- His open-access chatbot “Emma” and how it helps teams interpret EMA guidance
- The real reason education and patient access are at the heart of his mission
📘 About the Guest
Rob Jones has over 15 years’ experience in the world of clinical trials. After starting in the labs with a white lab coat, he soon realized he was meant for more exciting things. A few years after working in IT, Regulatory, and general Clinical Operations, he found that excitement—TMF.
Now Rob serves as a Product Manager for a TMF software and services vendor, but it's his spare time where he gets to really be creative. As the designer of the TMF Pocket app and the force behind InnovationToolKit.co.uk, Rob is leaping feet first into the world of AI and what it means for the clinical operations industry.
📍 Connect with Rob Jones
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertjonestmf/
Website: InnovationToolKit.co.uk
📞 Connect with Suzanne:
- Website: https://www.iceconsultingllc.com/home
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turnersuzannem/
💌 Feedback and Questions:
- Email Suzanne at podcast@iceconsultingllc.com
🎙️ Tune in and get to know the passionate professional behind Heart of the Trial!