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.

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.

Route to Clinical Research Profession

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

• 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