Clinical Research Monitoring (CRA)

Clinical Research Associate Compensation:
$Special Education_B About this opportunity:
Important: The Clinical Research Assistant must have experience in the field of Special Education.

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.

The Clinical Research Assistant must have experience in the field of Special Education, and 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).
Research and Project Leadership

Conduct Autism Diagnostic assessments using the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule
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.
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.
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.
Scholarly Activities

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.
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.
Master's degree in Special Education, Psychology, Educational Psychology, Human Development, Social or Behavioral Sciences, or a closely related field completed by the start date.
Some knowledge of autism spectrum disorder and educational, community, or related service settings.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Experience working with autistic youth, families, educators, or transition service providers.
Important: The Clinical Research Assistant must have experience in the field of Special Education.
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Application Deadline: July 29, 2026, 12:01 a.m.
At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer paid 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and 10 holidays a year. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.
And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition.