{"id":101,"date":"2019-01-02T10:49:31","date_gmt":"2019-01-02T15:49:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/clinical-trial-competency\/?page_id=101"},"modified":"2026-02-20T20:11:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T20:11:18","slug":"events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/clinical-trial-competency\/news\/events\/","title":{"rendered":"Events"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/clinical-trial-competency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/clinical-trial-competency\/\" aria-label=\"Joint Task Force for Clinical Trial Competency (JTF) , - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\"><strong>Joint Task Force for Clinical Trial Competency (JTF)<\/strong>,<\/a>\u00a0anchored at the MRCT Center, develops and disseminates standards and practices for the global clinical research workforce. By fostering a cohesive and collaborative approach, the JTF ensures that professionals have the competencies to conduct clinical trials ethically and effectively.<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;4&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#003b58&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;3005&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/lp.constantcontactpages.com\/ev\/reg\/t5hg7mt\/lp\/ad346be2-437e-4fe0-943b-8ecc2d8d1837&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>June 22, 2026 Biannual Global Meeting<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Join us on <strong>Monday, June 22, 2026, 9:00-11:00 AM ET<\/strong> for the Joint Task Force for Clinical Trial Competency (JTF) Biannual Global Meeting to hear about global perspectives on implementing the JTF Framework. An agenda will be posted soon. If you would like to present, please contact Carmen Aldinger at <a href=\"mailto:caldinger@bwh.harvard.edu\">caldinger@bwh.harvard.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>All registrants will receive\u00a0<strong>slides and a meeting summary<\/strong> after the meeting. This meeting is <strong>free and open to all registrants<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;REGISTER HERE&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Flp.constantcontactpages.com%2Fev%2Freg%2Ft5hg7mt%2Flp%2Fad346be2-437e-4fe0-943b-8ecc2d8d1837|title:HERE|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;4&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#003b58&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>December 10, 2025 Biannual Global Meeting<\/h3>\n<p>The recording, Executive Summary, and slides from the December<strong>\u00a0JTF Biannual Global Meeting<\/strong> are available on-demand <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/resource\/biannual-global-meeting-of-the-joint-task-force-for-clinical-trial-competency-december-2025\/\">here<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0 This session featured global perspectives on implementing the <a href=\"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/clinical-trial-competency\/framework\/domains\/\"><strong>JTF Framework<\/strong><\/a>, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>From Translation to Transformation: Advancing Clinical Research Competencies in Pakistan through the Urdu JTF Framework<\/li>\n<li>Advancing Professional Standards and Recognition for Australian Clinical Trials Professionals<\/li>\n<li>Professional Development of the Clinical Research Workforce in New Zealand Public Hospitals<\/li>\n<li>Designing Experiential Learning with a focus on JTF Competencies at North Carolina Central University<\/li>\n<li>Using JTF competencies in designing a master level training program in Clinical Data Science<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=2hnGcrAl15o&#8221; el_width=&#8221;50&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;View the Recording on YouTube&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D2hnGcrAl15o|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Executive Summary&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F01%2F2026-01-05b-JTF-December-10-Biannual-Full-Summary.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Compiled Slides&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F01%2F2025-12-10-JTF-Biannual-Global-Mtg-Dec-10.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;4&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#003b58&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>June 2, 2025 Biannual Global Meeting<\/h3>\n<p>The Executive Summary and slides from the June<strong>\u00a0JTF Biannual Global Meeting<\/strong> are now available.\u00a0 This session featured global perspectives on implementing the <a href=\"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/clinical-trial-competency\/framework\/domains\/\"><strong>JTF Framework<\/strong><\/a>, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Results from a Delphi study on data management competencies<\/li>\n<li>Expanding the Core Competency Framework to include patient, participant, and public engagement and partnership: Updates from the Patient Participant Project workgroup<\/li>\n<li>How Arizona State University\u2019s Clinical Research Management program integrates the JTF Framework into both its curriculum and accreditation approach<\/li>\n<li>Comprehensive leveling of the Clinical Research Professional Career Ladder at Johns Hopkins University<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Download Slides&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F06%2F2025-06-02-JTF-June-2-Global-Mtg-Slides.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Executive Summary&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F06%2F2025-06-17-Executive-Summary-JTF-Biannual-Mtg-June-2-2025.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;4&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#003b58&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2921&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/resource\/global-development-of-clinical-research-workforce-tools-and-resources\/&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>April 3, 2025: Webinar &#8211; &#8220;Global Development of a Clinical Trial Workforce: Tools and Resources&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The MRCT Center presented a webinar, &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/resource\/global-development-of-clinical-research-workforce-tools-and-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Global Development of a Clinical Trial Workforce: Tools and Resources<\/a>,&#8221; on April 3, 2025.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dr. Lembit Rago<\/strong>, Secretary-General of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cioms.ch\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/cioms.ch\/\">Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences (CIOMS)<\/a>, 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.\u200b<\/p>\n<p>The session also highlighted the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/clinical-trial-competency\/framework\/domains\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/clinical-trial-competency\/framework\/domains\/\">Joint Task Force for Clinical Trial Competency (JTF) Framework<\/a>\u00a0as a foundational tool for training and professional development, addressing the challenges and opportunities in recruiting and retaining a diverse and capable workforce.\u200b<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sally Armstrong<\/strong>, CEO of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/praxisaustralia.com.au\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/praxisaustralia.com.au\/\">PRAXIS Australia<\/a>, shared how PRAXIS has incorporated the JTF Framework into their educational offerings\u2014including courses, workshops, and immersive onsite training programs.\u200b<\/p>\n<p><strong>Susan Landis<\/strong>, Executive Director of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/acrpnet.org\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/acrpnet.org\/\">Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP)<\/a>, discussed ACRP\u2019s \u201cPartners Advancing the Clinical Research Workforce\u201d initiative, which uses the JTF Framework to support a diverse and qualified clinical research workforce through training programs, resources, and strategic collaborations.\u200b[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;View the ON-DEMAND webinar and resource HERE&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fresource%2Fglobal-development-of-clinical-research-workforce-tools-and-resources%2F|title:HERE|target:_blank&#8221;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;4&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#003b58&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>December 10, 2024 Biannual Global Meeting<\/h3>\n<p>Key Topics:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Availability of updated <a href=\"https:\/\/mrctcenter.org\/clinical-trial-competency\/resources\/introductory-jtf-core-competencies-framework-powerpoint\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Powerpoint presentation on JTF history and function for general use<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Training modules being used in Philippines, Japan and the ARISE network based on JTF Framework<\/li>\n<li>Use of JTF Framework for training workforce at clinical sites in Portugal by ROCHE and AICIB<\/li>\n<li>Use of JTF Framework to train community health members in New York City enhances diversity of participants in clinical trials<\/li>\n<li>Update on revisions to JTF Domain 6 \u2013 Data Management and Informatics by the Data Management Task Force<\/li>\n<li>Update on newly formed Patients Participants Task Force<\/li>\n<li>Discussion of team science competencies as expansion of JTF Domains 7 and 8<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Download Slides&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fclinical-trial-competency%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2025%2F01%2F2024-12-10-JTF-Dec-10-Global-Mtg-Slides-Draft-compressed.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Executive Summary&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fclinical-trial-competency%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2025%2F01%2F2025-01-17-Executive-Summary-JTF-12-10-2024.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;4&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#003b58&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>June 6, 2024 Biannual\u00a0Global\u00a0Meeting<\/h3>\n<p>Key Topics:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cantrain: The Canadian Consortium of Clinical Trial Training<\/li>\n<li>CIOMS Update<\/li>\n<li>Updates: Deploying the JTF Framework around the World: Arabic Translation<\/li>\n<li>3CTN Updates<\/li>\n<li>How a competency-based program will contribute to early clinical research professionals training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Download Slides&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fclinical-trial-competency%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2024%2F10%2F2024-06-06-JTF-Global-Meeting-June-6-2024.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Executive Summary&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fclinical-trial-competency%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2024%2F07%2F2024-07-01Executive-Summary-of-6-6-24-JTF-biannual-meeting.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;4&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#003b58&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>November 14, 2023 Biannual Global Meeting<\/h3>\n<p>Key Topics:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Data Management Quick Update: Results from Delphi<\/li>\n<li>Workforce Development for Clinical Research<\/li>\n<li>Emergency Preparedness: Proposed Rapid Response Appendix<\/li>\n<li>Competencies for non-interventional research projects in the Swiss regulatory context<\/li>\n<li>Update on the use of the JTF framework in Canada under 3CTN<\/li>\n<li>Update on the Arabic translation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Download Slides&#8221; 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color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fclinical-trial-competency%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2024%2F11%2F2023-05-30-JTF-Global-Meeting-May-2-Updated-compressed.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Executive Summary&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fclinical-trial-competency%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2023%2F06%2F2023-06-01b-Executive-Summary-Global-Meeting-of-JTF-May-2.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;4&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#003b58&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>November 14, 2022 Biannual Global Meeting<\/h3>\n<p>Key Topics:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Integrating JTF Framework into Takeda\u2019s R&amp;D\u2019s Knowledge Development Academy (KDA)<\/li>\n<li>Update on Translations<\/li>\n<li>JTF Competency Survey in Low and Middle-Income Countries: Initial Analysis of Results<\/li>\n<li>Clinical Research Core Competencies: An Adaptation of the JTF Framework to Switzerland<\/li>\n<li>Update from CIOMS<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Download Slides&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fclinical-trial-competency%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2025%2F07%2F2023-11-13-JTF-Global-Meeting-Nov-14-updated-July-2025.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Executive Summary&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fclinical-trial-competency%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2022%2F11%2FNovember-14-2022-JTF-Global-Meeting-Executive-Summary.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;4&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#003b58&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>May 20, 2022 Biannual Global Meeting<\/h3>\n<p>Key Topics:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Duke University\u2019s Workforce Engagement and Resilience Program<\/li>\n<li>Community of Practice &amp; JTF Competency Framework: The Research Professionals Network Workshops<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Developing Team Sciences Competencies for Clinical Research Professionals<\/li>\n<li>Accreditation of Academic Programs in Clinical Research<\/li>\n<li>Promotion of the JTF Core Competency Framework in Asia and Africa<\/li>\n<li>Deploying the JTF Framework across the world: Translations and Applications<\/li>\n<li>JTF Envisioning the Future<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Download Slides&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fclinical-trial-competency%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2022%2F06%2FMay-20-2022-JTF-Global-Meeting-Slides.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Executive Summary&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmrctcenter.org%2Fclinical-trial-competency%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2022%2F06%2FMay-20-2022-JTF-Global-Meeting-Executive-Summary.pdf|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;4&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#003b58&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>October 19, 2016 Core Competencies Workshop<\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>This workshop assembled 52 participants from academia, government, industry, non-profit organizations, professional associations, and others to deliberate:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li class=\"Default\">the evolution of the Harmonized Core Competencies Framework for the Clinical Research Professional (\u201cthe Framework\u201d)<\/li>\n<li class=\"Default\">real world applications, exemplified in 15 case studies from five countries and a global survey<\/li>\n<li class=\"Default\">lessons learned and feedback for potential future revisions of the Framework and future projects of the Joint Task Force (JTF) for Clinical Trial Competency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Case studies from academic institutions, professional associations, industry and international settings demonstrated that the Framework has been utilized to develop degree-granting programs, for corporate and governmental workforce development programs, for role responsibility definition and for promotion criteria by the pharmaceutical industry and clinical research organizations.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Workshop Proceedings&#8221; 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