Community for Clinical Research Professionals

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for clinical research associates

The community that supports your journey as a CRA - networking, learning, mentorship

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and succeed as a CRA

Supporting CRAs at each stage in your professional journey

STEP 1: For those aspiring cras

Learn the steps to become a Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

Long gone are the days when you would apply to hundreds of roles and never knew why you wouldn't get any response or, the days when you would pay thousands for a course that doesn't help you succeed. CRAConnect members have exclusive access to a 6-week program, including CV, Linkedin profile and interviewing coaching sessions.

STEP 2: for those more junior cras

Learn and develop skills specific to the CRA role. Then, certify them.

Whether you're a junior CRA, a CRA II, a Senior, there's always room for growth. A new therapeutic area or phase, or a new skill you need to learn - we've got you covered. CRAConnect offers monthly masterclasses and courses, plus weekly live sessions with industry experts, all recorded for your convenience. And the skills you're developing through our courses? We certify them so that you can prove your exposure and increase your credibility.

STEP 3: for those more experienced cras

Share your expertise with peers ‒ join the CRAConnect Mentorship Program

Whether you're an experienced CRA willing to guide others, a junior CRA seeking advice, or simply looking to build a supportive professional network, you can join our CRA Mentorship Program, designed to empower our community through shared knowledge, experience, and support. Practice leadership and mentorship giving back to your community and inspiring others.

STEP 4: for those ready for the next step

Transition ‒ leadership roles in or outside clinical operations

CRA promotions to senior or leadership positions occur, on average, every 2 years. Whether you are considering applying for a promotion or looking into opportunities for CRAs outside the clinical operations path, we've got you covered on that too. Take our courses on Career Development for CRAs and learn about new roles, new industries you can access, and how to develop transferable CRA-specific skills.

300+ clinical research associates

‒ just like you

I highly recommend being a part of the CRAConnect Community and utilizing its exceptional training and learning system.

Kitti Karl

Site Management Associate

I think the CRAConnect Community is very helpful, especially as I get my first job in the field, whether as a CTA or a CRA.

Beatriz Sousa

CRAConnect Community member

Being part of this community, with people united by a passion for clinical research, gives me motivation and energy. I'm happy to learn and share with others.

Suada Pieper

Clinical Research Specialist Associate

I'm happy that I have found a community that will support me in achieving my career goals.

Andjela Scekic

CRAConnect Community member

Wonderful platform and community with so many precious resources for CRAs. I am excited to be part of it, contribute, and get to know fellow CRAs!

Nelly Briquet

CRA - Activation Manager

I love the webinars and useful content from the contributors and the other CRAs. I love that we can freely discuss and learn from each other!

Stasja Ilic

CRA - Community member

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Invest 5 min per day in yourself and change your life

Learn how to thrive as a clinical research associate and preserve that passion that brought you to this industry through ongoing education, resources and weekly live sessions with industry thought leaders.

Members have access to an educational hub generated exclusively for the community. Courses that certify CRA-specific skills, webinars, templates, checklists, and monthly masterclasses.

We host community events every week with our group. Coaching, ask-me-anything calls, we even invite guests from the industry to share their expertise.

An active community designed to support you in your journey as a Clinical Research Associate. Engage, ask questions, comment, share - support each other.

Two different programs designed to empower our community, both those entry-level looking to break into clinical trial industry, and those experienced looking for guidance and support, through sharing our knowledge, experience, and supporting each other.