How Is The Role Of Clinical Data Manager Changing And Why

The results of a clinical trial are only as good as the data collected from it. Unclean or irrelevant data can lead to incorrect conclusions and endanger patients, not to mention the reputations of clinical research organizations (CROs) and sponsors. In many ways, clinical data managers are the unsung heroes of most trials, tracking what needs to be studied and ensuring the numbers are accurate.

However, the data management profession has become increasingly complex over the past few decades, and today’s clinical data manager has created more clearly defined roles within their organization.