Principal Investigator/Clinical Research Rheumatologist position in Denver, CO - Part Time (0-8hr)

Job Description

Clinical Research Rheumatologist Physician

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Contract
Location: Multiple (Denver, CO & Illinois)
Compensation: $100 - $250 per hour (based on experience, contract type, and role)
Schedule: Flexible | Part-Time (0-8 hours/week) or Full-Time options

We are seeking a board-certified  Rheumatologist to serve as a Clinical Research Physician. This is an excellent opportunity for physicians passionate about advancing medicine through clinical research while maintaining a flexible schedule.

• Serve as  Principal Investigator (PI)or  Sub-Investigator (Sub-I)on rheumatology clinical trials.

• Conduct medical screenings, physical examinations, and specialty-specific evaluations for study participants.

• Provide medical oversight and ensure patient safety throughout all trial phases.

• Monitor, document, and report adverse events (AEs/SAEs) per protocol and regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with study coordinators, research staff, sponsors, CROs, and IRBs to ensure compliance and high-quality data.

• Participate in site initiation visits, monitoring visits, audits, and investigator meetings.

• Contribute to protocol feasibility reviews, recruitment strategies, and study design discussions.

• Maintain compliance with  GCP ,  FDA regulations , and institutional guidelines.

• Stay updated on clinical research practices and therapeutic advancements in rheumatology.

• MD or DO degree with an active, unrestricted U.S. medical license (CO and/or IL preferred).

• Board certification in  Rheumatology .

• DEA license and BLS/ACLS certification preferred.

• Prior experience in clinical research strongly preferred (training available for motivated candidates).

• Proficiency with  EHR, EDC, CTMS , and medical documentation systems.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment.

• Commitment to ethical research and patient-centered care.

• $100 - $250 per hour (based on experience, contract type, and role).

• Flexible scheduling (0-8 hours/week part-time or full-time).

• Opportunity to participate in cutting-edge clinical trials in rheumatology.

• Professional growth in research leadership and investigator experience.