Opportunities for pharmacists in clinical research

Drug development requires the cooperation and efforts of industry and investigators. If the process is to be successful (i.e., FDA approval), then both industry and investigators must be committed and clearly understand the goals and objectives of the other. The clinical pharmacist is an important part of the development process and has participated in all phases of the research effort. Because of their unique role in the health care system, they have provided industry with a perspective which has contributed immensely to the drug approval process.