Principal Investigator

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Job Summary

Our client is seeking a skilled Principal Investigator to join their growing research department. The primary responsibilities involve conducting clinical study visits, maintaining compliance with protocols, and making critical medical decisions regarding participant eligibility and safety.

Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Conduct clinical study visits, perform protocol-required medical procedures, and evaluate adverse events.
• Review and follow all active clinical trial protocols, ensuring strict compliance with GCP and regulatory standards.
• Assess participant eligibility and make clinical determinations regarding subject inclusion or continuation.
• Maintain a physical on-site presence during operating hours to oversee trials and address medical or study needs.
• Review and sign off on study-related documentation, case report forms, and safety reporting.
• Interact with CRAs and sponsor representatives during site visits, audits, or protocol review meetings.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements

Education

• Active board certification in Dermatology, Internal Medicine, or Family Practice. Dual-certification is ideal, but single certification is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Direct, hands-on clinical research experience evaluating trial subjects and executing study protocols.
• Ability to conduct trial visits, assess protocol eligibility, and oversee clinical safety.
• Ability to work on-site with a standard schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.

Experience

• Minimum of 5+ years of clinical research experience as a Principal Investigator (PI).
• Proven track record of leading and overseeing multiple clinical trials.

Skills

• Ability to operate in a pure investigator capacity without direct staff management or administrative oversight over coordinators.
• Established relationships with clinical trial sponsors and CROs.

Schedule / Shift

Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).


Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

* This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.