Clinical Trial Principal Investigator Duties in Clinical Trials
The FDA has stressed the critical importance of adequate supervision and monitoring in clinical trials to ensure they are conducted properly. A key figure responsible for this oversight is the Principal Investigator (PI), as outlined in 21 CFR 32.6. The PI must ensure the trial follows the protocol and all applicable regulations, and that the rights, safety, and welfare of the trial participants are protected, including obtaining informed consent. Consistently, the FDA has raised concerns abo...