Principal Investigator

Job description

Job Summary:

The Clinical Research Investigator is an integral member of the clinical research team, responsible for acting as or assisting the Principal Investigator (PI) in the planning, implementation, and coordination of clinical trials. The investigator contributes to the successful conduct of research studies, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and maintaining the highest ethical standards. A Clinical Research Investigator plays a crucial role in the execution of clinical trials and studies within the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Principal Investigator and/or Sub-Investigator on psychiatric and medical studies
PI oversight on applicable studies
Completing participant visits for research studies
Administering research scales to participants (e.g. MINI, MADRS, HAM-A, HAM-D17,
C-SSRS)
Calling potential patients to complete psychiatric assessment and determine eligibility for
a study
Review of lab work, vitals, and ECG
Physical examinations
Coordination of study protocols under the direction of the Principal Investigator
Communicating with sponsors and meeting sponsor demands
Traveling for new study start-up up to 4x/year

Skills/Abilities:

Means and ability to commute to both offices in Media, PA and West Chester, PA
Previous clinical research experience preferred
Excellent organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Calm under pressure and capable of solving sudden problems that may not have clear
answers or readily available resources

Proficient in navigating unfamiliar technology and programs independently and adeptly
such as site CTMS
Personable
Effective communicator who can cooperate as a member of a team
Ability to prioritize, multitask and work independently within a hierarchy
Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 suite
Clinical Research experience preferred

Education and Experience:

Active Medical License in PA
Clinical Research experience preferred