Jacqui Kerr - A Day in the Life of a Clinical Trial Coordinator

Jacqui Kerr narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher. In her first guest blog, Jacqui Kerr from the Neuroprogressive & Dementia Network offers a personal and insightful glimpse into her role as a clinical trial coordinator. With nearly two decades in Alzheimer’s research, Jacqui reflects on the complexity and rewards of her work, highlighting the critical importance of communication, teamwork, and participant engagement. From coordinating diverse professionals to supporting study volunteers, she reveals the dynamic nature of a role often underestimated but essential to successful research. Find the original text, and narration here on our website. https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/blog-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-clinical-trial-coordinator/ -- Jacqueline Kerr is the Network Manager for the Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network in Scotland. With a background in research management and public engagement, she is dedicated to supporting clinical trials and improving access to research across the country. Jacqueline works closely with clinicians, researchers, and the public to raise awareness of dementia studies and encourage participation. -- Enjoy listening? We're always looking for new bloggers, drop us a line. http://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk This podcast is brought to you in association with Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Research UK, Alzheimer's Society and Race Against Dementia, who we thank for their ongoing support. -- Follow us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/dementia_researcher/ https://www.facebook.com/Dementia.Researcher/ https://x.com/demrescommunity https://bsky.app/profile/dementiaresearcher.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/dementia-researcher