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Climbing the Clinical Research Associate Ladder
Benjamin Foley
Global Clinical Operations Manager
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Learn how to grow a career beyond your CRA role, salary & responsibilities.

If you're ready to progress in clinical research but aren't getting the opportunities you deserve this is your course. This program is built specifically for CRAs who want to accelerate their career growth but don't know how to break through to the next level.

Maybe you've been working hard but not being recognized for leadership, or you've been applying to Senior CRA or Study Manager roles without success. Maybe you're hearing vague feedback like "you don't have enough experience" and you're unsure what hiring managers actually look for senior candidates progressing in your career shouldn’t feel this complicated.

The path to becoming a Senior CRA or stepping into Study Management is rarely transparent. Expectations vary, companies communicate poorly, and most CRAs simply never get structured mentoring.

This course gives you absolute clarity. After completion, you'll:

  • Understand exactly what separates CRAs from leadership roles
  • Have a clear, personalized roadmap to step into senior roles
  • Learn to demonstrate operational depth, leadership, and initiative
  • Know how to stand out in applications and interviews
  • Be more confident in escalations, data discussions, and oversight
  • Show hiring managers you're ready for the next step
  • Leave with real career momentum
What you'll learn
This program is built specifically for CRAs who want to accelerate their career growth but don't know how to break through to the next level.
Module 1: Introduction & Program Foundations
2 Lessons
Module 2: The CRA Career Ladder Explained
5 Lessons
Module 3: Advanced Monitoring & Site Management
5 Lessons
Module 4: Career Models – Employed vs Freelance
4 Lessons
Module 5: Leadership Without the Title
3 Lessons
Module 6: Visibility, Impact & Professional Brand
4 Lessons
Module 7: Market Positioning & Negotiation Strategy
4 Lessons
Module 8: Long-Term Career Planning
4 Lessons
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Benjamin Foley
Benjamin Foley

Ben is a respected global clinical operations expert and a leading voice in practical, experience-driven training for CRAs. With a decade of hands-on experience across oncology, cell therapy, and multiple therapeutic areas spanning Phases I-IV, he has worked throughout the entire clinical trial litecycle - progressing trom CTA to CRA Senior CRA, and into global study leadership roles. This broad, end-to-end experience enables him to teach not only what CRAs need to do, but why it matters and how to execute effectively in real-world clinical operations.

Having monitored group and managed complex studies across multiples regions and stakeholder groups, Ben brings a all-round combination of site-level expertise operational strategy, and cross-functional collaboration. His mission is to demystify the clinical research career pathway and give CRAs the tools, mindset, and confidence to progress into senior and leadership roles.

Students will benefit from Ben's real-world knowledge, transparent teaching style, and problem-solving approach - all gained from years of navigating actual trial challanges and supporting the growth of CRAs across the Industry.

229
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Who this course for
CRAs transitioning into study leadership
Ideal for those who want to move beyond day-to-day monitoring and build oversight skills cross-functional collaboration, escalation management, and the mindset needed for leadership positions.
CRAs who want to accelerate their career growth
Perfect if you feel ready for the next step but aren’t nothing the opportunity and want a clear roadmap to stand out, communicate value and progress confidently.
CRAs preparing for Senior CRA positions
For Clinical Research Associates who want to understand exactly what separates strong performers from senior level and leadership roles candidates.
Alumni Reviews
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I just got my first job as a Clinical Trial Assistant!
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6 months later, I made it! 🤩 I'm a Pharmacovigilance Associate!!!
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I found the accelerator program was super informative with a lot of guides on what to do to make yourself that top notch candidate for your very first clinical research role. It was a great program! I would recommend it to anyone who wants to get their first clinical research role.
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This course was exactly what I needed! Super useful strategies, and tailored to the clinical trials industry. I now have the knowledge to plan, prepare, and go into this process with way more confidence.
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