Our Vision
To advance clinical research in Vietnam by building a community of highly skilled professionals, committed to ethical standards, global collaboration, and improving health outcomes through innovation in clinical trials.
Our Mission
The VSCR is committed to:
- Professional Development – Delivering high-quality training, education, and certification programs that equip clinical research professionals in Vietnam with the knowledge and skills to excel.
- Standards & Ethics – Upholding excellence, integrity, and strict compliance with international regulations such as ICH-GCP, FDA, EMA, and the Ministry of Health (MOH).
- Networking & Community – Creating a collaborative environment that connects professionals across research, healthcare, industry, academia, and regulatory bodies.
- Global Integration – Strengthening Vietnam’s role in the global research community by aligning with international best practices and facilitating cross-border partnerships.
- Advancing Health – Supporting the conduct of high-quality clinical trials that enhance patient care, drive medical innovation, and contribute to public health improvements.
Certification Provides Value to Sponsors, CROs and Sites
Certification through the VSCR provides CROs and sponsors with the confidence that the professionals they engage have been rigorously trained and validated against international standards. By ensuring coordinators and investigators possess the skills, ethical grounding, and regulatory knowledge needed for high-quality research, VSCR certification helps reduce trial risks, streamline operations, and enhance data integrity. For CROs and sponsors, this translates into greater efficiency, stronger compliance, and faster timelines for bringing innovative therapies to market.
Meet our team
VSCR is guided by a leadership team with extensive global experience in the pharmaceutical and clinical research industries. Among our directors are:
A Clinical Operations leader with senior roles at Celgene and Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS), specializing in clinical trial execution across multiple therapeutic areas.
A former U.S. FDA Director with more than 20 years of experience in regulatory science and industry practice, bringing deep knowledge of global compliance standards.
A Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) who has worked at Pfizer, AstraZeneca, and Biogen in medical affairs and clinical supply chain management, with a strong focus on oncology.
Anh Nguyen, PharmD
Medical Affairs
Oanh Thai
Clinical Operations
Francis Le, PharmD
Regulatory Affairs
Iliana Koo, MD
Medical
Why it Matters?
Vietnam’s clinical research landscape is rapidly growing, with increasing opportunities to participate in groundbreaking trials that shape the future of medicine. By uniting professionals under a common mission, VCRS provides the resources, standards, and network needed to ensure Vietnam meets international benchmarks while fostering local innovation.
Join the Network!
Whether you are a clinical research coordinator, investigator, CRA, regulatory specialist, or healthcare professional aspiring to enter the field, VCRS is your partner in growth. Together, we can elevate Vietnam’s clinical research capacity and make a lasting impact on global health.
- Learn & Grow: Access training, certification, and resources to build your career in clinical research.
- Connect & Collaborate: Network with peers, mentors, and global partners across the research ecosystem.
- Lead & Contribute: Play an active role in shaping Vietnam’s place in global healthcare innovation.
