Associate Clinical Research Coordinator
Posting Information
Posting Information
Department
TEACCH-427401
Career Area
Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment?
No
Posting Open Date
06/01/2026
Application Deadline
06/11/2026
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent
NC10 / GN10
Working Title
Associate Clinical Research Coordinator
Position Number
20076606
Vacancy ID
P021074
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Time-Limited
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
3 Years
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Work Location
CARRBORO, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$55,886 - $65,200
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The University of North Carolina TEACCH Autism program is system of university-based regional centers to serve autistic children, adolescents and adults and their families. As part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the program has an active clinical, teaching, and research program. TEACCH operates seven community regional clinics. Our clinics and programs offer a set of core services along with unique demonstration programs meeting the needs of autistic individuals, their families, and professionals across the state of North Carolina. Also, part of TEACCH is the Carolina Living and Learning Center, a residential/vocational training facility for autistic adults as well as an Employment Services program providing Job Coaching and related services to adults on the spectrum.
TEACCH is currently part of the North Carolina Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) program. All TEACCH programs are coordinated through a central administration and research unit in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. TEACCH provides clinical services such as diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, speech language therapy, occupational therapy and parent support groups. In addition, TEACCH conducts training within the state of North Carolina, nationally and internationally and provides consultation for teachers, residential care providers, and other professionals from a variety of disciplines. TEACCH conducts clinical research focused on providing evidence-based care to autistic individuals and their families in their home communities. Our research examines intervention effectiveness in clinic, school, and community settings. Ongoing research includes a school-based anxiety intervention program, a community college-based transition to adulthood program, a telehealth program treating depression and anxiety in autistic adults, and a physical activity program for autistic adults. Studies also examine the services needs related to early intervention, employment and aging.
TEACCH has 48 full and part-time faculty, 150+ staff and provides training opportunities in both research and clinical activities for interns, postdocs and other graduate and undergraduate students.
This position is located at the TEACCH Administration & Research building in Carrboro, NC.
Position Summary
This position will serve as an Associate Clinical Research Coordinator within the Klinger lab at the TEACCH Autism Program, whose research studies include behavioral clinical trials supporting the transition to adulthood for autistic high school students and project management for a study on understanding physical and mental health service use and needs for autistic adults as they age. The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the execution of clinical research protocols, including leading efforts in gathering, compiling, and reporting data for a variety of research studies.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Management Preferences
- Experience working with autistic individuals and/or other developmental disabilities.
- Experience in clinical research.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Evening work occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Weekend work occasionally
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