Head of Clinical Research

Are you a research leader passionate about advancing evidence-based care and shaping the future of autism services? Join us as we open a world of possibilities.

We are currently seeking a Head of Clinical Research to join our dynamic and growing team!

Full-Time Position Growth & Development Opportunities To be considered for this position, applicants must submit both a Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV) with their application.

Who we are:

The Center for Social Dynamics (CSD) is an organization providing services to those with developmental delays, including autism, in California, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii, Arizona, and New Mexico.

CSD’s people and programs deliver personalized, professional, evidence-based behavioral and developmental services to each participant and peace of mind to caregivers that their loved ones are in the right hands and receiving the best possible care.

What is a Head of Clinical Research?

The Head of Clinical Research provides strategic leadership for CSD’s clinical research portfolio across its multi-site ABA service network. Reporting to the CEO, this role leads research strategy, grant development, external funding partnerships, publication efforts, and research governance while advancing evidence-based practice throughout the organization.

Working closely with academic, healthcare, and community collaborators, the Head of Clinical Research leads initiatives focused on outcomes research, telehealth innovation, technology-enabled care, and improving services for individuals with autism and complex behavioral needs. This role also chairs CSD’s clinical research governance efforts and plays a key role in expanding CSD’s national research presence, partnerships, and impact.

What your role is:

Lead the development and execution of CSD’s clinical research strategy in alignment with organizational priorities and opportunities to advance evidence-based practice.

Lead grant strategy, development, and submission for federal, foundation, and industry funding opportunities, including letters of intent, full proposals, biosketches, budgets, and supporting documentation.

Serve as CSD’s organizational research lead, providing scientific leadership for funded research programs and collaborating closely with academic co-investigators and external research partners.

Identify and pursue external funding opportunities and strategic partnerships that support CSD’s clinical research priorities.

Lead the development and submission of manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals, ensuring scientific rigor and alignment with research and funder requirements.

Represent CSD’s research program at national conferences, professional associations, and other industry forums.

Translate research findings into meaningful insights and materials for clinical teams, payers, referral partners, executive leadership, and other internal and external stakeholders.

Disseminate research findings across CSD to support the integration of evidence-based practices into clinical programs, protocols, and service delivery.

Chair CSD’s Clinical Research Steering Committee and establish research governance standards across clinical domains.

Oversee the organization’s research governance framework, including policies, standard operating procedures, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Support the integration of research initiatives and findings into CSD’s clinical operations and multi-site provider network.

Mentor clinicians and research staff while fostering a culture of scientific inquiry, innovation, and evidence-based practice throughout the organization.

Maintain and expand partnerships with universities, healthcare organizations, and community collaborators, including research collaborations, internship programs, and other…