Lost as a CTA
I found myself entering this industry without really knowing much about it. About 3 years ago, I interviewed for a CTA role and was told that it could eventually lead into Project Management (which was what I was aiming for) and joined the company. I have no background in clinical trials and came from a background in a biological lab doing experiments.
I’m unsure what to do next with my career as I don’t have any interest to be a CRA but I’m also unsure whether staying as a CTA long term is realistic. I actually enjoy my current role, but I’m wondering if there’s meaningful progression within the CTA path (e.g. Senior CTA roles, management opportunities, etc.) or if there’s eventually a ceiling in terms of salary.
I’ve also been considering applying outside of the clinical trials field for roles like Project Coordinator or Project Executive, but I’m not sure whether the skills gained as a CTA are transferable enough for those positions.
Has anyone successfully pivoted out of the clinical trials industry with mainly CTA experience? I’d really appreciate hearing about your experiences or advice. Thanks a lot!