Principal Investigator
Click here for the Good Laboratory Practice definition of a Principal Investigator
The role of Principal Investigator is only relevant to a multi-site study - that is when a part or parts of the study are conducted where the Study Director cannot exercise on-site control.
A Principal Investigator:
- Is designated in a multi-site study
- Should be appropriately trained, qualified and experienced to supervise the delegated phase of the study - and
- Will ensure that the delegated phases of the study are conducted in accordance with the Principles of Good Laboratory Practice.
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Please note that a Principal Investigator is not responsible for the Good Laboratory Practice compliance of the study - this is always the sole responsibility of the Study Director
The topic of multi-site studies is covered in an additional Good Laboratory Practice Distance Learning course.
