In clinical research, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are intended to define a department’s (or unit’s, division’s, institution’s, etc...) standard practices and daily processes which are conducted to assure execution of research tasks in accordance with institutional, state and federal guidance. SOPs should contain enough detail to guide research staff through a particular procedure, and thereby establish uniformity in the everyday functions of the department. It should have a specific aim, but be written in a general format, to allow for easy implementation across a broad set of venues and circumstances. A UAB SOP workgroup developed template SOPs that are available for your use. These are drafts and should be tailored to your area. If you would like to request an SOP be developed, or have one to share, please contact the CCTS at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..