ACROA Becomes Full Member of the European CRO Federation (EUCROF)
25th February 2026 – The Albanian CRO Association (ACROA) is proud to announce its official admission as a Full Member of the European CRO Federation (EUCROF). This milestone marks a transformative step in integrating Albania’s clinical research sector into the broader European scientific and regulatory landscape.
By achieving Full Member status, ACROA joins the network of national associations dedicated to promoting high-quality clinical research across Europe. This partnership grants the Albanian research community a direct voice in the evolution of European clinical trial standards, ethics, and innovation.
Elevating Albania’s Research Profile
As a member of EUCROF, ACROA will actively represent the interests of Albanian Contract Research Organizations (CROs) within European regulatory bodies, including the European Medicines Agency (EMA) and the European Commission. This collaboration ensures that Albania is not only a participant in global health research but a contributor to the policies that govern it.
"Joining EUCROF as a full member is a consequence to the growth and professionalism of the clinical research sector in Albania," stated the ACROA Executive Board. "This membership provides our local stakeholders with unparalleled access to international expertise, specialized working groups, and a platform to showcase Albania as a competitive, high-quality hub for international clinical trials."
Key Benefits of the Partnership
Regulatory Influence: Participation in EUCROF’s advocacy efforts regarding the EU Clinical Trial Regulation (CTR) and GDPR Code of Conduct.
Knowledge Exchange: Direct access to EUCROF’s Working Groups, covering areas such as Paediatrics, Training, Medical Devices, Real World Data, and New Technologies.
Professional Development: Enhanced training and educational programs for Albanian researchers, ensuring alignment with international Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
Regional Leadership: Strengthening Albania’s position as a gateway for clinical research in the Western Balkans.
Job Opportunity: Clinical Scientist
📍 Location: Tirana, Albania
🕒 Work Model: Remote (with up to 20% travel)
Role Overview
An established organization active in clinical research is seeking a Clinical Scientist to provide scientific and operational support to clinical trials.
This role provides operational and scientific support for clinical trials, ensuring data integrity, protocol adherence, and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Council for Harmonization (ICH) guidelines. The Clinical Scientist collaborates with cross-functional teams to contribute to protocol development, data review, and reporting, supporting the delivery of high-quality clinical trial outcomes. This position serves as a foundation for building expertise in clinical research and drug development.
Key Responsibilities
● Assist in the preparation and review of clinical trial documents including study protocols, informed consent forms, case report forms (CRFs), and study manuals.
● Support ongoing review and cleaning of clinical trial data to ensure accuracy and consistency, in collaboration with Data Management and Biostatistics.
● Perform literature reviews and contribute to the development of study rationale, background sections, and scientific context for study protocols.
● Assist with the preparation of regulatory and submission documents (e.g., clinical sections of INDs, CTAs, IBs, and CSRs) under supervision.
● Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Medical Monitors, and Safety colleagues to ensure proper trial conduct and reporting of adverse events.
● Support preparation of investigator meeting materials, site training resources, and internal scientific presentations.
● Contributes to the development of scientific publications, posters, and abstracts in collaboration with senior team members.
● Ensure compliance with company SOPs, ethical standards, and applicable regulatory requirements in all clinical science activities.
● Maintain awareness of relevant scientific literature, therapeutic area developments, and competitor activities to support trial and program decisions.
● Participate in cross-functional team meetings, providing scientific input and supporting alignment of deliverables with study timelines.
● Timely delivery of high-quality clinical trial documents (protocols, CRFs, IBs, CSRs).
● Accuracy of data review and contribution to clean database locks without delays.
● Compliance with GCP, ICH guidelines, and company SOPs.
● Demonstrated ability to contribute to scientific writing and literature reviews.
● Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and responsiveness to feedback.
● Contribution to scientific communications such as abstracts, posters, and presentations.
Education
● Advanced degree (MSc, PharmD, PhD) in life sciences, biomedical sciences, pharmacology, or related field.
Technical Expertise
● 1–3 years of experience in clinical research (pharma, biotech, or CRO) preferred; internships and academic research experience considered.
● Knowledge of clinical trial methodology, study design, and data analysis basics.
● Familiarity with GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory processes.
● Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret scientific and clinical data.
● Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Core Competencies and Skills
● Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
● Scientific curiosity and willingness to learn drug development processes.
● Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional and multicultural teams.
● Good scientific writing and presentation skills.
● Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
● Professional integrity and focus on quality and patient safety.
● Adaptability and ability to work under supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions
● Fully remote role
● Approximately 20% travel to study sites, investigator meetings, or scientific conferences
● Requires flexibility, adherence to deadlines, and collaboration across time zones
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a brief cover letter outlining their interest and relevant experience at info@acroa.net
All applications will be treated confidentially.