The role of the Clinical Research Associate (CRA) is undergoing a quiet revolution.
Once defined by frequent site visits and exhaustive data verification, the modern CRA now operates in a landscape shaped by decentralised trials, digital platforms and data-driven oversight.
This shift demands technical fluency on top of a more strategic mindset that aligns with the evolving priorities of clinical operations.
Layered literacy
Traditionally, CRAs were tasked with verifying every data point collected at trial sites. This model includes both 100% source data verification (SDV) and source data review (SDR), which is increasingly unsustainable as protocols grow more complex and data sources proliferate. It’s also no longer in line with regulatory recommendations.
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