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Global Development of Clinical Research Workforce: Tools and Resources

Webinar

Date: April 3, 2025

Dr. Lembit Rago, Secretary-General of the Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences (CIOMS), delivered a compelling keynote on CIOMS initiatives to define and synthesize professional competencies essential for clinical research and emphasized the importance of cooperative agreements to harmonize workforce development efforts.​

The session also highlighted the Joint Task Force for Clinical Trial Competency (JTF) Framework as a foundational tool for training and professional development, addressing the challenges and opportunities in recruiting and retaining a diverse and capable workforce.​

Sally Armstrong, CEO of PRAXIS Australia, shared how PRAXIS has incorporated the JTF Framework into their educational offerings—including courses, workshops, and immersive onsite training programs.​

Susan Landis, Executive Director of the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), discussed ACRP’s “Partners Advancing the Clinical Research Workforce” initiative, which uses the JTF Framework to support a diverse and qualified clinical research workforce through training programs, resources, and strategic collaborations.​

A recording of the webinar and the presentation slides are available here:​

On-demand YouTube webinar recording: Global Development of a Clinical Research Workforce: Tools and Resources

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