Externally Sponsored scientific research partner Training Centre

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As of 18 September 2023, externally sponsored scientific research will be submitted and processed via Veeva Clinical Vault (VCV).​

This platform has been designed to offer external partners a fast, user-friendly and secure way to submit and track applications. On this page you can find more information about how it works as well as details of who to contact for support.

Please contact your Local Coordinator if you have any questions about the AstraZeneca process for externally sponsored scientific research.​

If you require support with the VCV platform, please contact: ​
ESR_Veeva_Clinical_Vault_Global_Support@hyol8.com

Training videos

To watch short training videos to help you use our new platform, click on the links below:

External Investigator Films

1. How to create a proposal (00:20:43)

2. How to provide additional information requested (00:05:13)

3. How to submit a protocol (00:04:16)

4. How to provide a project status update (00:08:44)

5. How to submit an amendment (00:06:37)

6. How to provide final deliverables (00:03:35)

External Partner User Guide
Create and Submit an ESR Study Infographic

Make a submission

Username format: firstname.lastname_ext@hyol8.com

ESR Partner portal