Hello Pharma Family,
If you’re someone interested in trials, protocols, patient data, and drug approvals — Clinical Research might be your zone!
What is Clinical Research?
It involves conducting human studies to determine the safety and efficacy of drugs, devices, or therapies. It’s a major part of the drug development pipeline.
Who Can Enter?
•B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Pharm.D, BSc/MSc in Life Science.
•Additional certifications like ICH-GCP, Clinical Trials Management are preferred but not always mandatory.
Entry-Level Job Roles:
•Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
•Clinical Data Coordinator
•Trial Assistant
•Safety/Medical Monitor
Top Employers:
•CROs like IQVIA, Covance, Parexel
•Pharma companies like Novartis, GSK, Pfizer
•Hospitals and research organizations
Skills Needed:
•Attention to detail
•Knowledge of clinical trial phases
•Regulatory guidelines (GCP, FDA, DCGI)
•Good communication (for site visits and reporting)
Are you working in or aiming for Clinical Research? Drop your experiences, interview tips?