Clinical Research Associate

## Clinical Research Associate Apply locations:
Ball State University time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
July 29, 2026 (15 days left to apply) job requisition :
R-02597
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* Position Title:

** Clinical Research Associate
** Compensation:**$55,000-$60,000
** Department:
** Special Education B
** About this opportunity:
** The Department of Special Education at Ball State University seeks a highly motivated full-time Clinical Research Assistant to support an Institute of Education Sciences (IES)-funded research project focused on the development, implementation, and evaluation of a novel intervention for high school students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), COMPASS Across Settings (CAST).
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Principal Investigator (PI), co-investigators, and research team and will implement and evaluate CAST, a wrap-around intervention designed to support autistic students, caregivers, educators, and pre-employment specialists across home, school, and community settings. The position offers significant opportunities for independent research, scholarly publication, grant-related activities, conference presentations, and professional development.
This is a grant-funded position and continuation of employment is contingent upon project funding.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the United States without employer sponsorship.
** What you'll do and what you'll bring:
**** Position Function:
** The Clinical Research Assistant will play a central role in the implementation, evaluation, and dissemination of a grant-funded research focused on improving outcomes for students through CAST (COMPASS Across Settings).
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* Duties and Responsibilities:

**** 1. Research and Project Leadership
*** Implement and evaluate the CAST intervention in a randomized controlled trial evaluating intervention effectiveness.
* Conduct Autism Diagnostic assessments using the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule
* Conduct adaptive behavior interviews with caregivers using the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales
* Implement intervention fidelity measures and implementation monitoring systems.
* Conduct quantitative and qualitative research activities related to intervention outcomes.
* Monitor coaching fidelity, implementation fidelity, and student goal attainment outcomes.
* Contribute to data management, data analysis, interpretation of findings, and preparation of research reports.
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* ** Qualitative and Quantitative Research Activities
*** Conduct research participant interviews to inform outcomes.
* Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to prepare summaries for progress reporting to the granting agency.
* Utilize statistical software (e.g., SPSS) to manage and analyze quantitative research data.
* Coordinate outcome evaluation processes and support the dissemination of research findings.
** 3. Compliance and Grant Administration
*** Support the preparation, submission, and ongoing management of Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and documentation.
* Ensure compliance with university, federal, and funding agency research requirements.
* Coordinate the preparation and submission of progress reports, annual reports, and final reports required by funding agencies in accordance with grant and contractual requirements.
* Support grant management activities and project documentation.
** 4. Scholarly Activities
*** Prepare manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals.
* Present research findings at state, national, and international professional conferences.
* Contribute to dissemination activities designed to share study outcomes with educators, researchers, families, and community stakeholders.
** 5. Collaboration and Professional Engagement
*** Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, school personnel, families, community partners, and research staff.
* Participate in project meetings and research planning activities.
* Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practices related to autism, special education, transition services, and intervention research.
** 6. Other
*** Perform additional program-related duties as…