Mission

QCTN exists to promote and facilitate:

• the undertaking of clinical trials and related services in Australia in an environment that stimulates clinical trial professionalism and cooperation
• adherence to national and international ethical and regulatory standards
• public awareness of clinical trials
• attraction of national and international interest to Queensland. 

Objectives

To promote the:

• capabilities of its members nationally and internationally 
• Directory of Members and their capabilities

To coordinate:

• new contact between members and potential sponsors
• the existing efforts of members
• networking opportunities for members

To raise public awareness by:

• providing accurate, balanced information regarding the risks and benefits of participating in trials
• assisting subject recruitment for clinical trials

To maintain and improve professional standards by:

• facilitating industry standard education and accreditation for clinicians, clinical trial managers, data managers, research nurses and other professionals
• providing education and accreditation courses for members
• promotion, coordination, increase awareness and fostering maintenance of professional standards