Clinical Research Associate

       CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

About the Clinic for Special Children: Since 1989, the Clinic for Special Children has served as a comprehensive medical clinic for children and adults with rare, genetic disorders. The majority of patients are uninsured, live in agrarian settings, and are of Old Order Amish or Mennonite (Plain) ancestry. While the Clinic often sees certain rare genetic conditions at a higher rate within this community, the research has broad relevance for the field of genetics as a whole. 

Position Summary:  The Research Associate assists in various aspects of current research projects in collaboration with the clinical and laboratory teams. They are responsible for executing research protocols through activities such as generating data, accurately recording results, and analyzing data with the research team. They have a significant role in communicating with families engaged in research, planning family education days, and working with the Research Director and Marketing and Communications Manager in generating written materials. This position also coordinates with external research collaborators to accomplish research aims.

Minimum Requirements to apply:

• Bachelor's degree in the sciences or related field.

Why you should apply:

• Meaningful work. Our participation in recent clinical trials for new gene therapies has a direct impact on patients living with these conditions worldwide. 
• Translational. As clinicians, researchers, and scientists, it's our responsibility to find answers to health-related questions that can change the quality of life for our families.
• Market Leading Benefits and Competitive pay. The Clinic for Special Children provides a generous benefits package to full-time employees:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance at a low or no cost premium for employees and their eligible spouse/dependent(s).
  • Flexible Savings Account (FSA) option
  • Three (3) weeks of paid vacation in addition to paid holidays and paid sick time.
  • Long-term & Short-term disability coverage.
  • Paid maternity, paternity, or adoption leave.
  • Immediate participation in retirement plan w/ employer contributions: 3% immediate & up to 10% after 1yr. 
  • Employer paid licensing and continuing education.
  • Financial guidance, Legal assistance, and Wellness support through Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Healthy Work/Life balance. Typical hours are 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday-Friday.
• New facility. Join us in our new state-of-the-art facility located in beautiful Lancaster County.
  

The Clinic for Special Children is a proud equal employment opportunity employer.