At Profound Research, every team member plays a crucial role in advancing our mission of improving lives through advanced therapeutic options. Today, we’re excited to highlight Jacqulyn Bowers, our dynamic Talent Acquisition Lead, whose thoughtful approach to recruiting ensures that every new hire is aligned with our mission, vision, and values. 

Jacqulyn’s path to clinical research recruitment is as unique as her approach. A resident of North Carolina, she earned her degree in Environmental Science from Western Carolina University, fueled by her passion for the natural world. After a successful career as a Realtor and mentor, Jacqulyn transitioned into clinical research—a move that enabled her to combine her love for helping others with her knack for connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Whether exploring the outdoors, chasing chickens on her small farm, or baking bread in her kitchen, Jacqulyn approaches life—and work—with curiosity, determination, and a human touch. 

We recently caught up with Jacqulyn to discuss how she embodies Profound Research’s mission, vision, and values in her work. 

Q: How do Profound Research’s core values of Compassion, Urgency, Solution Orientation, and Excellence guide your approach to recruiting talent? 

Each core value is essential to talent recruitment. When speaking with applicants, I focus on their story and their "why," often discovering their genuine compassion for patients. Urgency is equally important—every position we fill impacts our patients, site operations, and business. For me, solution orientation is personally fulfilling. Whether overcoming a tough hiring challenge or improving a process, I’m always looking for the most efficient path forward. Lastly, striving for excellence ensures we deliver a first-class experience for everyone involved—applicants, hiring managers, and ultimately, our patients.   

Q: What qualities or attributes do you look for in candidates that align with Profound Research’s mission of improving lives through advanced therapeutic options? 

I approach each candidate as a whole person, not just a résumé. While skills and experience are critical, I want to understand their motivations, passions, and values. Candidates who can communicate their commitment to something bigger than themselves—such as improving patients’ lives—are the ones who bring our mission to life. We’re looking for individuals who are driven, eager to learn, and capable of thinking outside the box to make a meaningful impact.   

Q: How do you ensure that new team members will contribute to creating the “best patient-physician experience” in clinical research, as outlined in our vision? 

Patient centricity can be tough to screen for, but you can hear it in someone’s voice. I often ask myself: Would this person make me feel safe and cared for as a patient? Do I trust their expertise? These are the people we want—those who view their work through the lens of patient care, even if their role isn’t patient-facing.   

Q: What strategies or methods do you find most effective in attracting top talent to Profound Research in a competitive clinical research environment? 

I believe in finding the right individual for the right role, even if it means thinking creatively about their skills and experiences. Sometimes, the best fit isn’t the person with the most years on their résumé but someone who aligns deeply with our culture and values. Networking is also key—many of our best hires come through employee referrals or relationships built within the clinical research community.   

Q: Can you share an example of how you work with other departments to meet urgent hiring needs, ensuring we can act swiftly to meet our patients' and partners’ needs? 

Collaboration is critical. I partner closely with department heads and leadership to understand their specific needs and challenges, fostering open communication and trust. Aligning their priorities with my own allows me to act with urgency and deliver the right people for their teams.   

Q: Tell us something interesting about yourself—have fun with this one! 

I’m a proud Appalachian with a small farm full of more chickens and animals than I can count! I love learning and challenging myself, whether it’s knitting, baking bread, or chasing a chicken that’s escaped. My grandmother taught me to cook when I was young, so the kitchen feels like my happy place.   

Jacqulyn’s Impact at Profound Research 

Jacqulyn’s thoughtful, values-driven approach to recruitment positions Profound Research for continued success and industry disruption. By finding candidates who align with our mission, vision, and values, she ensures we’re building a team capable of delivering innovative therapeutic options and creating the absolute best patient-physician experience in clinical research.   

Thank you, Jacqulyn, for your commitment to excellence and for being such an integral part of the Profound Research family!