Webinar: Standard Contractual Clauses for Clinical Trials in Germany – A New Approach
Clinical trial contracting in Germany is evolving — are you prepared for what comes next?
Join our upcoming webinar to explore the latest developments and emerging approaches surrounding the new Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC) for clinical trials in Germany. As regulatory expectations, negotiation dynamics, and operational demands continue to change, standardized contracting models are becoming increasingly important for sponsors, CRO, and trial sites alike.| Date | Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 | |
| Time | 4:00 – 5:30 PM Berlin time (respectively 10:00 – 11:30 AM EDT or 7:00 – 8:30 AM PDT) | |
| Location | Online (Webinar in English) - Registration is available via this online form Externer-Link (Öffnet im neuen Fenster) | |
In our webinar, experts will discuss:
- Current challenges in clinical trial contract negotiations in Germany,
- The rationale behind new standardized approaches,
- Key legal and operational considerations,
- Basic comparison US-law vs. German Law,
- Practical implications for sponsors, CRO, and trial sites,
- Opportunities to accelerate study start-up timelines through harmonized contracting.
Whether you are involved in legal, clinical operations, or study management, this session will provide valuable insights into the future of clinical trial agreements in Germany.
Stay ahead of the curve and join the discussion.
Program
| Welcome/Introduction | Dr. Lars Nickel; Head of Sub-Division 11; German Ministry of Health – tbc 15 Minutes | |
| Why is this important for industrial sponsors, and why does this German approach differ from US law? | Christoph Bertsch; Senior Counsel Drug Development & Regulatory Law; Bristol Myers Squibb 15 Minutes | |
| How do universities and study centres in Germany view the Standard Contractual Clauses? | tbd – Law graduate from a trial site 10 Minutes | |
| Open round for discussion and your questions on Standard Contractual Clauses in Germany | all participants 40 Minutes | |
| Closing remarks and Farewell | ||
Registration
Registration is available via this online form Externer-Link (Öffnet im neuen Fenster)
Further Information
German “Ordinance on Standard Contractual Clauses for the Conduct of Clinical Trials” Externer-Link (Öffnet im neuen Fenster) (PDF:, 244 KB)
Disclaimer:
Please note that this webinar will be recorded. By participating in the live session, you acknowledge that any questions or comments raised during the discussion may be in-cluded in the recording. This may include your name, voice, and/or video image if you choose to actively participate.