Advanced Practice Provider (APN/PA) - Research - DM/Obesity/Cardiometabolic Health/Medicine

Hourly Pay Range: $57.76 - $80.86 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights Position: Advanced Practice Provider (APN/PA) - Research - Diabetes, Obesity, Cardiometabolic, and Medicine Health Research Location: 9977 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time (average of 40 hours/wk.) Hours: Monday through Friday between 8:00AM - 4:30PM. Occasional early morning or evenings may be required. Flexible hours Required Travel: Occasional travel to other NorthShore sites will be required. Attending out-of-state investigator conferences 3-4 times per year highly encouraged. Outpatient role Job Description Exciting opportunity to join Endeavor Health Research Department - Diabetes, Obesity, Cardiometabolic, and Medicine Health Research Team ! Under the direction of the collaborating physician investigator, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) plays a critical role in the execution of research, including industry-funded studies. This position supports research by providing protocol-driven clinical duties and assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining data integrity. The APP ensures participant safety while meeting sponsor timelines and performance metrics. This position will serve as a sub-investigator and/or investigator that will travel to multi-sites and support various specialties. Support the Principal Investigator in oversight and conduct of clinical trials and perform study activities as delegated by the Principal Investigator Conduct informed consent discussions and documentation per protocol Conduct protocol‑specified medical evaluations, physical exams, and eligibility assessments, and other clinical procedures (phlebotomy, IV insertion, infusions, etc.) Develop strong, trusting relationships with study participants, fostering engagement, supporting their overall health and well‑being, and ensuring an exceptional participant experience that promotes successful recruitment, retention, and long‑term study adherence. Oversee study visits in accordance with sponsor protocols and schedules of events Assess, document, and manage adverse events (AEs), serious adverse events (SAEs), and protocol deviations Administer investigational products and study procedures Provide ongoing medical oversight and participant education throughout trial participation Collaborate with study monitors, sponsors, and CRO representatives during monitoring visits and audits Respond to sponsor queries, data clarifications, and safety follow-ups in a timely manner Support feasibility assessments, site qualification visits (SQVs), and study start‑up activities Complete all institutional and sponsor required trainings Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ICH‑GCP guidelines, sponsor and site SOPs, as well as local regulations and ethical standards Maintain accurate and contemporaneous source documentation Support inspection readiness for internal, FDA, sponsor, and CRO audits Accurately document clinical findings in electronic medical record (EMR), source documents, and electronic data capture (EDC) systems Collaborate with research coordinators to resolve data discrepancies and queries Ensure real‑time documentation to meet sponsor data lock timelines Work closely with Principal Investigator, Sub‑Investigators, Research Management and research staff Serve as a clinical resource for protocol interpretation and medical decision‑making Communicate participant safety issues and protocol concerns to sponsors and CROs Participate in team meetings, institutional events, sponsor conferences and trainings Contribute to the advancement of medicine by helping bring innovative therapies and technologies to patients Build meaningful, long‑term relationships with study participants and support them throughout their research journey Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, dietitians, coordinators, and industry partners Qualifications License: Advanced Practice Licensure (APN) or Physician Assistant (PA) Licensure in the State of IL required; Federal DEA and Illinois Controlled Substance License required Education: Completion of Master's level program in specialty area Certification: BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications required Experience: 0-3+ years of experience in industry-sponsored clinical trials or clinical experience required Special Knowledge and Skills Required Excellent organizational, documentation, and time‑management skills Preferred Qualifications Research experience and/or working with pharmaceutical, biotech, or device sponsors Knowledge of FDA regulations and ICH‑GCP Familiarity with EDC systems (e.g., Medidata, Oracle, REDCap) Experience with Phase I‑IV clinical trials Benefits Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options Health Savings Account Options Wellness Program Savings Plan Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking at designated locations Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities CME allowance EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor. #J-18808-Ljbffr NorthShore University HealthSystem