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Clinical Researcher—August 2024

With the end goal of reaching a sustainable environment of high-quality, inclusive, compliant, and impactful studies and research roles, the August 2024 issue of Clinical Researcher invites you to explore the theme of “New Destinations in Clinical Research: You CAN Get There from Here.” Eye-opening layovers and side quests along the way will consider adventures in career development, hiring practices, political influences, data management, study design, and more for the clinical research enterprise.

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New! DCT Perspectives White Paper

This new white paper examines recent work by ACRP and its members to build awareness of the need for a new budget model for sites and to leverage the adoption of DCT elements to improve how sites are supported in their critical contribution to drug development.

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- Facilitating Understanding in Informed Consent
  
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Through our gold-standard education, the most rigorous certification process in the industry, and strong comment connections – ACRP prepares clinical research professionals to be the study team members employers can trust to get it right.

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For organizations who want to provide their clinical study teams with continuous, ongoing education and professional development resources, Organization Membership is a turnkey and scalable solution.

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From new clinical research professionals just starting out to industry veterans looking for ways to move ahead in their careers, ACRP is where success starts — and grows.

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For organizations who want to provide their clinical study teams with continuous, ongoing education and professional development resources, Organization Membership is a turnkey and scalable solution.

Organization Membership
Learning
In this Section
Popular Courses

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Simulation

Understanding Clinical Trial Protocols

Building Quality Management Systems

Site Quality Management Tools

Visit the New DCT Resource Center

ACRP is committed to supporting clinical research professionals as they navigate adoption of decentralized clinical trials (DCTs). This new resource center is designed to provide a foundational understanding of DCTs, community perspectives, and practical tools to help you along your journey.

Learn More
Certification
In this Section
Our Programs
ACRP Certification Milestone Achievers

ACRP honors the 2023 Certification Milestone Achievers, an exclusive group of nearly 1,700 professionals who have consistently proven their commitment to conducting clinical trials safely, ethically, and to the highest standard.

Learn More
Careers
In this Section
Boost Your Prospects with ACRP Certification

ACRP Certified professionals say their achievement results in increased job responsibility, more employment and advancement opportunities, and recognition—including promotions, bonuses, and salary increases.

Learn More

Getting Started in Clinical Research

Interested in a career in clinical research? You’re in the right place! Explore career options, resources, and more to help you find your first opportunity in clinical research.

Learn More
Insights
In this Section
Clinical Researcher—August 2024

With the end goal of reaching a sustainable environment of high-quality, inclusive, compliant, and impactful studies and research roles, the August 2024 issue of Clinical Researcher invites you to explore the theme of “New Destinations in Clinical Research: You CAN Get There from Here.” Eye-opening layovers and side quests along the way will consider adventures in career development, hiring practices, political influences, data management, study design, and more for the clinical research enterprise.

Read August 2024 Issue

View Archives

New! DCT Perspectives White Paper

This new white paper examines recent work by ACRP and its members to build awareness of the need for a new budget model for sites and to leverage the adoption of DCT elements to improve how sites are supported in their critical contribution to drug development.

Learn More
Events
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Upcoming Events
- North Texas Chapter: 2024 Fall Symposium
  
  October 5, 2024
- Colorado Chapter: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back – Getting Ahead of Tech-Related Data Integrity Challenges (ACRP 2024 Webinar Replay)
  
  October 7, 2024
- Facilitating Understanding in Informed Consent
  
  October 9, 2024
View All Events
Discounted Rates for Events

ACRP members received reduced rates to the ACRP 2024 Conference, complimentary access to live webinars, and much more!

Explore the Benefits of ACRP Membership!
Employer Resources
In this Section
Advancing People Advancing Health™

Through our gold-standard education, the most rigorous certification process in the industry, and strong comment connections – ACRP prepares clinical research professionals to be the study team members employers can trust to get it right.

Learn More

New! Organization Membership

For organizations who want to provide their clinical study teams with continuous, ongoing education and professional development resources, Organization Membership is a turnkey and scalable solution.

Learn More

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