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St. John’s Medical College & Research Institute in Collaboration with MRU, Assam Medical College and Hospital, Dibrugarh, Assam, India. BIRAC - Clinical Trials Training Program

May 27 - May 29, 2025

CLICK BELOW LINK FOR REGISTRATION

https://bit.ly/BIRAC_CTTP2025

St. John’s Research Institute has been awarded the grant under NBM-BIRAC (National Biopharma Mission - Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council) to conduct training on Clinical Trials across multiple locations in India, to ensure maximum reach and impact.

We are conducting two trainings under the grant, one at MRU, Assam Medical College and Hospital, Dibrugarh, Assam and one at AIIMS, Bhopal. The registration for AIIMS, Bhopal will start in May

The course has interactive lectures, hands-on sessions on data management and statistics and case-based discussions.

Topics:

RCT Designs & Analysis

  • Large simple trials
  • Factorial
  • Non-Inferiority
  • Cluster Randomized,
  • Adaptive Trials
  • Stepped Wedge Design
  • Interrupted Time Series
  • Decentralized Clinical Trials
  • Real World and Pragmatic Trial
  • Study specific protocol

Statistics:

  • Sample size for different RCT designs
  • Parametric & non-parametric tests
  • Mixed linear models
  • Survival analysis

 

Techniques:

  • Randomization
  • Blinding
  • Allocation concealment

Operations and Regulatory:

  • Awareness of Clinical Trials Rules & Regulations
  • Managing and reporting AEs/SAEs
  • Good Documentation Practice
  • Overview of Data Management

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Participants will receive a certificate endorsed by NBM-BIRAC upon successful completion of the course.

Registration fee: There are NO REGISTRATION fees. All meals and accommodation will be provided on and near campus.

Venue: Assam Medical College and Hospital, Dibrugarh, Assam, India.

Application and Selection Process:

  • Statement of purpose
  • Two pager CV
  • Letter of deputation by HOD on letterhead
  • Selection will be initiated between 12th & 15th My 2025

Attachments:

  • Flyer of the course
  • Template for statement of purpose.
  • Template for two pager CV

Course Director:

Dr Denis Xavier MD, MSc,
Professor & Head, Dept of Pharmacology,
Head, Division of Clinical Research and Training,
St. John's Medical College & Research Institute, Bangalore

Write to rct_training@sjri.res.in for further details.