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Study Start-Up Checklist

This checklist is designed to help you track the essential steps required to open a clinical trial if your trial Sponsor does not provide one.

Key Takeaways

  • Gain an overview of the steps required to open a clinical trial at a site
  • Ensure no critical start-up tasks are missed
  • Improve coordination and communication among trial team members

Who is this for?

Researchers and research operational and support staff wanting to learn and manage the process of opening a clinical trial at a site.

The checklist can be customised to meet the specific needs of each trial, and some tasks can be completed in parallel. It also enhances visibility across the trial team by identifying pending tasks.