Clinical Research Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NPRN)

New Haven, Connecticut | Full-Time | Onsite

The Institute for Neurodegenerative Disorders (IND) is seeking a Clinical Research Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our growing clinical research team in New Haven, Connecticut.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) who enjoys patient care but is looking for an opportunity to move into or deepen their experience in clinical research, work closely with investigators, and contribute to research that has the potential to shape future approaches to neurodegenerative disease.

In this role, you will serve as a Sub-Investigator on clinical trials, partnering closely with Principal Investigators, physicians, nurses, clinical research coordinators, and other research professionals to ensure studies are conducted safely, efficiently, ethically, and in accordance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Do

You’ll play an integral role in the day-to-day execution of clinical trials, including:

• Serve as a Sub-Investigator and partner closely with Principal Investigators across multiple study protocols.
• Conduct participant examinations, evaluations, informed consent discussions, and protocol-required clinical procedures.
• Assess, document, and respond to adverse events and review clinical safety information.
• Help participants understand research protocols, answer questions, and support them throughout their study experience.
• Provide clinical guidance and mentorship to clinical research coordinators and other members of the research team.
• Partner across clinical, research, and operational teams to ensure studies are conducted safely, efficiently, ethically, and in accordance with GCP and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Help strengthen clinical workflows, procedures, and best practices as IND continues to grow.

You may be a great fit if you are a :

• Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) with an active Connecticut PA or APRN license in good standing.
• Clinician able to serve as a Sub-Investigator for clinical trials in the U.S.
• Provider with demonstrated experience performing procedures such as lumbar punctures and skin biopsies.
• Clinician with demonstrated proficiency in obtaining vital signs and performing ECGs.
• Professional who brings strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to build rapport with research participants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Current CPR-certified provider.

Even Better If You Bring experience in clinical research or participant-facing clinical care; familiarity with GCP, IRB requirements, and Human Subject Protection principles; experience with biological specimen collection and handling; phlebotomy/BLS certification; or experience working with neurodegenerative disease populations.

Beyond the Job

At IND, we believe that when our people are supported, they can do their best work. We’re committed to taking care of our team so they can focus on the important work of advancing research. In addition to joining a mission-driven, innovative team with a collaborative and inclusive culture, you will also enjoy:

• Competitive base pay: $120k-$170k (salaried, exempt)
• Bonus eligible - 10%
• Medical, dental, and vision Insurance (company pays 90% monthly premiums)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off: Flexible vacation, sick and holidays
• 5% contribution to retirement plan (403b)
• Professional development opportunities

Company Description The Institute for Neurodegenerative Disorders (IND) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit research institute based in New Haven, Connecticut, founded in 2000. IND’s multidisciplinary team includes neurologists, nurses, study coordinators, neuropsychologists, and nuclear medicine technologists collaborating on clinical research. The organization is dedicated to advancing diagnostic tools and new treatments for neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s and related disorders. IND’s work focuses on early detection, effective therapies, and ultimately prevention of these neurologic diseases. Team members share a strong commitment to improving the lives of patients and families affected by neurodegenerative disorders.

IND is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals who will help us build and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Diversity may include, but is not limited to, race, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, geographic origin, ability and disability, political beliefs, and age. We value the unique perspectives and experience each team member brings to advancing our mission.