General role description

Clinical Trials Assistants (CTAs) support the setup and day-to-day running of clinical research studies. They help with a range of tasks such as keeping records up to date, organising meetings and appointments, and entering trial data.

The work can look different depending on the setting - those in Contract Research Organisations are often office-based and focus on behind-the-scenes organisation, while those based at hospitals or trial sites may also help with participants and medical samples.

Key responsibilities

Common to most roles

• Keep trial paperwork organised and up to standard
• Help organise meetings and track project timelines
• Assist in preparing study documents and forms
• Enter and manage trial data
• Communicate with other team members and external organisations involved in the trial

Tasks that vary by workplace

• In Contract Research Organisations (CROs), CTAs usually focus on paperwork, scheduling, and communication with other research organisations without working directly with trial participants
• In hospitals, universities, medical research institutes, or clinical trial sites, CTAs may also greet participants and help manage their appointments, assist with handling blood, tissue or other medical samples, and monitor supplies and equipment used during the trial