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Career Development at Parexel

Our people are what make us successful

That's why we support you with learning and development opportunities that help you excel in your role and build your skills for the future.

Our approach to professional growth includes timely and relevant training focused on enhancing your capabilities, robust and engaging programs, both classroom-based and self-paced, and opportunities to learn through collaboration and hands-on experiences.

Explore how Parexel supports and invests in your development below!

Supporting our Managers

Development programs

Development planning

Developing the future skills

Managers Matter 

At Parexel, we know that "Managers Matter." When managers are successful, our employees and our business are successful.  This understanding powers Parexel’s investment in our groundbreaking “Managers Matter” program, where we provide managers with touchpoints and resources to support their critical work. 

The "Managers Matter" program offers:

  • Monthly manager forums aligning with business-focused insights and best practices
  • On-demand resources tailored to your specific management needs
  • New manager onboarding program to set new managers up for success
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Alan Cantrell

Director, Global Biometrics Account Lead

"I support my team through weekly individual and team-level engagement. I discuss their challenges and encourage them to identify workable solutions to ensure quality delivery. During team meetings, we explore ways to support each other and share experiences."
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Catia Campos

Director, Clinical Operations

"I lead a team of line managers, coaching them to become more effective leaders to their direct reports. We support their career growth by leveraging the team members' strengths and actively seeking development opportunities, whether they advance within our group or elsewhere in the company. I'm committed to fostering their professional development and celebrating their successes."
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Kris Weldon

Sr. Director, Project Management

"I take a balanced and personalized approach to coaching, using data and metrics to tailor my support to each individual's needs, their role, and project assignments. I guide problem-solving through questions, fostering independence. I view challenges as opportunities for growth, discussing setbacks to learn from them and providing feedback for continuous improvement."

Development Programs

We design targeted learning to boost your success at work. Our tailored programs and resources specifically address our industry and the unique needs of your development.

Review our most relevant and popular development areas:

Lunch and Learn

Our Lunch and Learn sessions cover timely topics about our industry, innovations, and best practices. Delivered by Parexel experts, these open offerings provide valuable insights and real-world examples. Expand your knowledge and network while staying updated on the latest developments in clinical research.

Therapeutic Area Knowledge

Parexel helps you stay current in key Therapeutic Areas. We offer best-in-class learning modules, webinars, and expert connections. Our Learning & Development team provides a certification program to formally build your expertise. These resources ensure you're well-informed and prepared to excel in your chosen areas.

Management development

Our Managers Matter initiative provides comprehensive support for leaders. New managers receive targeted learning and a quick start guide. Monthly sessions offer relevant information and practical tips. Regular self-paced and instructor-led offerings help managers enhance their skills, ensuring they're well-equipped to lead effectively.

Foundational Clinical Development

Parexel Academy offers a virtual Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Trial Management for both newcomers and experienced professionals. Our APEX CRA program fast-tracks new talent, providing foundational training to recent graduates. Both programs equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in clinical research roles.

Development Planning

At Parexel, we know that development doesn't start and end with just training; it's a continuous conversation and plan between you and your manager.

Managers who support you:

We work to equip our managers with the core skills they need to support their teams. As such, you can expect:

  • Regular check-ins and timely "feedforward" from your manager that focuses on your future potential, not just past performance
  • Opportunities to provide input and engage in two-way dialogue
  • Reflection on your accomplishments and areas for growth
  • Recognition for a job well done through our Bravo! program


Empowering you to drive your career:

  • Regularly reflect on your career aspirations and set clear goals.
  • Communicate openly with your manager and mentors about your ambitions.
  • Seek out learning opportunities and take on new challenges.
  • Be proactive in using the resources available to you.
  • Embrace feedback as a tool for growth.

At Parexel, we're committed to creating an environment where you can thrive, continuously improve, and reach your full potential.

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Norah Schatz

Clinical Operations Leader 

"My manager makes me successful by consistently showing up for every twist and turn of my studies. She shows up to answer all of the various questions, she allows me to vent, and she gives me the resources to successfully tackle the daily challenges. I’m forever grateful to her unending support."
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Ravi Koti

Senior Biostatistician

"My manager ensures my success by providing strong leadership, setting a clear vision and expectations, guiding me towards my goals, and supporting my development. By creating a positive work environment and fostering open communication, they motivate our entire team to achieve collective success."
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Francisca Almeida

Senior Clinical Research Associate

"My manager contributes to my success by being exceptionally supportive. She's always ready to listen and help with both my professional challenges and aspirations, while also understanding and supporting my role as a mother of two young children."

Developing the Future skills

To build a “future-proof” career, we offer our employees opportunities to learn and apply new skills, technologies, and ways of working – especially in the ever-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence.  At Parexel, you will have access to tools, training, and work experiences that will help you build up your AI expertise and capabilities. 

Building your AI Competency

Parexel offers the most up-to-date AI development opportunities. This includes foundational training to help you feel comfortable, all the way up to more advanced programs (depending on your role).

Learning new AI tools

Parexel has several AI tools that employees are actively using. Our AI Center of Excellence regularly provides up-to-date information and a channel for questions, sharing learnings, and ideas.

AI Monthly Meetups

Our AI Center of Excellence team hosts a monthly meetup for anyone at Parexel interested in AI. No prior knowledge is required, and everyone is welcome!

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