The CTA provides operational and documentation support to the study team, keeping files, systems and timelines in order.
What a CTA does
- · Maintains and quality-checks the Trial Master File (TMF/eTMF).
- · Tracks essential documents, site contracts and payments, depending on the organisation.
- · Updates the CTMS and prepares status reports.
- · Coordinates meetings and shipments of study materials.
- · Supports CRAs and the Clinical Trial Manager.
CTA vs. CRA
The CTA works mainly in-house, with documents and systems; the CRA visits and monitors sites. The CTA role is often a step towards becoming a CRA, which is worth considering for retention and career planning.
Define the profile
- · Background in life or health sciences.
- · Experience with documentation or at a clinical research site (preferred).
- · Comfort with eTMF, CTMS and office tools.
- · English for documentation and meetings with global teams.
What to assess
- · Attention to detail: how they check a document before filing it.
- · Organisation and follow-up of open items.
- · Understanding of what the TMF is and why it matters for inspection readiness.
ECR Talent supports CTA searches for CROs, sponsors and clinical research sites across Latin America.
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