Clinical Research Associate

Summary

At AbelsonTaylor Group, work that makes you feel good isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are. We believe that when you feel good about your work, and where you work, you bring your best self to it. That’s why we create an environment where creativity thrives, teamwork flourishes, and inclusivity is more than just a value—it’s a way of life.

Here, you’ll help propel brands that inspire health and brighter futures, all while finding the support, inspiration, and growth opportunities to reach your own potential. Together, we dream boldly, collaborate deeply, and make a meaningful difference—one idea at a time.

Now, we are on an unstoppable mission for a Clinical Research Associate to join our team. A clinical research associate (CRA), commonly referred to as a “fact checker,” works closely with the copywriting team to ensure all claims in the marketing materials we create have appropriate reference support. In this role, you’ll learn about healthcare advertising from a clinical and creative perspective and be introduced to a potential career path in copywriting.  

Ready to make a difference and be part of something extraordinary? Join us on this journey toward a healthier, happier world! Apply now! 

What You'll Do

• Research and Maintain References: For your assigned accounts and organize all materials used as claim support in marketing materials

• Peer-Review: Review all copy manuscripts from the writers and determine areas requiring substantiation. 

• Factual Claims: Ensure every claim made in the text is factual and supportable by high-quality references (e.g., randomized, controlled clinical trials, peer reviewed articles, guideline recommendations)  

• Prepare Submission-Ready Packages: Reference materials for client, med-reg and/or FDA

• Regulatory Review: Participate in client regulatory review meetings as necessary to support substantiated claims 

• Provide Support: Fill in for the writing team when called upon 

What Makes You A Great Fit

• Education: Science degree or background and a solid understanding of scientific, medical, and/or clinical text 

• Passionate for Science: Display a curiosity about healthcare advertising 

• Additional Skills: Extremely organized and have a high degree of attention to detail, self-starter

• Industry Knowledge: Seek out opportunities to learn the business and industry trends 

Benefits and Perks:

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

• 401k with Company match of 50% on the first 6%

• Adoption Assistance – Up to $2,500 of financial assistance

• Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Short-Term Disability providing 100% of salary coverage

• Paid Parental Leave for birth and non-birth parents (4 weeks)

• Summer Fridays

• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

• 11 Holidays and End of Year Office Closure

• Company provided Learning and Development opportunities

• Free lunch Wednesdays

• Wellness Program

Compensation Range: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00. The starting salary offer will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. The company reserves the right to adjust this pay range at any time.

At AbelsonTaylor Group (ATG), we love science, art, and data. Since our beginnings in 1981, ATG has been singularly focused on health, wellness, and pharma products – not sneakers, beer, or cars (though we like those things, too). Besides being passionate about our purpose, we are dedicated to our people and their professional growth and fulfillment. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and strive to bring together people with unique skills and varied backgrounds to work toward common goals. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without discrimination regarding age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring employees to be onsite Tuesday-Thursday each week in our Chicago office. We make reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities who require schedule accommodations.

We are an E-Verify employer

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