If all the anecdotal evidence about how many clinical research professionals “fall into” their first role in the field without exactly meaning to and find themselves in “sink or swim” conditions can be taken at face value, perhaps some comfort can be gained from knowing that progression into later roles is more often achieved at a deliberate and rewarding pace. Given enough time and exposure to multiple other areas of specialization in the clinical trials environment, many professionals who wish to continue working in the research arena, but who also desire a change of pace with new responsibilities, turn to project management.
