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© The Author(s) 2025. Clinical trial managers are central to the successful design and delivery of clinical trials, making them crucial within the research landscape. Yet, despite their vital contribution, many trial managers report feeling undervalued, under-supported, and insufficiently recognised for the expertise they bring to their teams. Unlike other research roles, there is no clearly defined career pathway for trial managers, and opportunities for professional growth are often limited. In the UK, those working on academic-led trials are usually employed within universities or NHS trusts, frequently based in UKCRC-registered Clinical Trials Units. In this article, we provide practical guidance for both trial managers and their employers on how to strengthen professional development opportunities and better support this essential workforce.
Author(s): Mitchell EJ, Arundel C, Babalis D, Connolly S, Constable L, Goodman K, Stylianou L, Taylor J, Wakefield N, Williams S, Wolstenhulme F
Publication type: Note
Publication status: Published
Journal: Trials
Year: 2025
Volume: 26
Online publication date: 24/10/2025
Acceptance date: 06/10/2025
ISSN (electronic): 1745-6215
Publisher: BioMed Central Ltd
URL: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-025-09199-6
DOI: 10.1186/s13063-025-09199-6
PubMed id: 41137154
Data Access Statement: Not applicable.
