• writing drug trial methodologies (procedures)


• identifying and briefing appropriate trial investigators (clinicians)


• setting up and disbanding trial study centres


• designing trial materials and supplying study centres with sufficient quantities


• providing clinicians with instructions on how to conduct the trials


• collecting and authenticating data collection forms (commonly known as case report forms)


• monitoring progress throughout the duration of the trial


• writing reports

• Pharmaceutical companies


• Clinical contract agencies or houses


• Hospital academic departments

To become a CRA it is necessary to hold an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in nursing, life sciences

 

• Commercial awareness


• A logical and inquisitive mind


• Good organisational abilities


• Excellent numerical, written and verbal communication skills


• Confidence