Clinical Research
Clinical Research is the science that deals with conducting research and clinical investigations of diseases and conditions for determining accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatments. Clinical Research Scientists are responsible for working in a various settings like; hospitals, universities and pharmaceutical companies. They follow safety precautions and use protective gear while dealing with infectious samples.
Role Desciption
Professionals in this field are responsible for conducting research for testing various drugs and their uses and developing strategies to take action. They study objectives, outline the costs and budget for research. They are also responsible for discussing and reviewing the results with the medical professionals, preparing reports of research work, using results to formulate policies and taking care of safety and ethical concerns while experimenting.
Eligibility
Route to Clinical Research Profession
| Route 1 | 10 + 2 with Science Stream with Biology |
| B.Sc. in Clinical Research for 3/4 years | |
| M.Sc. in Clinical Research for 2 years | |
| Route 2 | 10 + 2 with Science Stream with Biology |
| B. Sc in Life Sciences | |
| Post Graduation Diploma in Clinical Research for 1-2 years |
Significant Statistics
- Minimum 50% is required in 10+2 whereas few colleges except students with 60%
- Minimum 50% in 10+2 with the English subject are required
- Some institutes have also set age limit for students.
Pros/Cons
Pros
- Satisfying career as safety of medicines is checked
- Opportunity to help mankind
- Research possibilities
Cons
- Professionals need to maintain a strong ethical conduct
- A lot of focus is required
- Long working hours
Leading Professions
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Clinical Treatment
Also known as clinical trials, this research is about intervention of medicines, physiotherapy, medical devices for therapies and surgery.
5.0LPA
Preventive Research
These professionals are responsible for conducting research about how to prevent certain diseases from occurring or returning and this study involves the information regarding medicines, vitamins, vaccinations, lifestyle, nutrition and minerals.
5.0LPA
Diagnisis
They conduct research about ways to identify or diagnose a particular disease or disorder.
3.0LPA
Supportive Care
Here, conducting research for exploration of various ways that can improve the comfort and quality of life of patients suffering from chronic diseases is focused.
4.0LPA
Epidemiology
Their duties include identifying the causes, patterns and control of illness in groups of people.
15.0LPA
Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)
CRCs manage and coordinate the various aspects of clinical trials, including patient recruitment, data collection, regulatory compliance, and communication with study participants and sponsors
4.0LPA
Clinical Research Associate (CRA )
CRAs are responsible for monitoring clinical trials to ensure they are conducted according to protocols, regulations, and good clinical practice (GCP) guidelines. They work closely with sites and sponsors to ensure data accuracy and participant safety
4.0LPA
Clinical Data Manager
Clinical data managers are responsible for collecting, organizing, and ensuring the accuracy of the data generated during a clinical trial. They use specialized software and systems to manage and analyze data
7.0LPA
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Career Path
Route 1
3 Steps
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Recruitment Area
Government organizations ,
educational institutes ,
Private Institutes ,
Research centers ,
Pharmaceutical Companies ,
healthcare industry .
Recruiters
AIIMS ,
PGI ,
Apollo ,
Alchemist ,
IVY ,
Max hospitals .
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Exams and Tests
Recruitment Area
Government organizations ,
educational institutes ,
Private Institutes ,
Research centers ,
Pharmaceutical Companies ,
healthcare industry .
Recruiters
AIIMS ,
PGI ,
Apollo ,
Alchemist ,
IVY ,
Max hospitals .
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