The CRA’s Role in Site-Sponsor Relationships

A healthy relationship between sites and sponsors is critical to the success of clinical trials, including efficient and effective management, adaptability, innovation, problem-solving, and feedback mechanisms on the parts of those involved on both sides. Clinical research associate (CRA) competencies are key to creating and nurturing this relationship under all circumstances.

CRA Turnover Within Contract Research Organizations Post-COVID-19: A Cross-Sectional Study

This article presents findings from a survey that was designed to investigate the factors contributing to turnover intentions among clinical research associates (CRAs) within contract research organizations. Previous studies suggest factors associated with high turnover among CRAs include financial compensation, workload, career development, and management, yet little data are available regarding factors influencing turnover post-COVID-19.