Gastroenterology Physician

Clinical Research Gastroenterologist Chicago, IL Part-Time (0-8 hours/week)

About the Role We are seeking a Board-Certified Physician to join as a Clinical Research Physician supporting Phase I-IV clinical trials in Chicago, IL. In this role, you will ensure protocol compliance, patient safety, and collaborate with sponsors, CROs, and research teams to advance multi-therapeutic studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Principal Investigator (PI) or Sub-Investigator (Sub-I) for clinical trials.
• Conduct medical screenings, physical exams, and assessments of study participants.
• Provide clinical oversight and ensure adherence to study protocols, ICH-GCP, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with coordinators, nurses, and research staff to maintain compliance and accurate documentation.
• Record patient interactions, manage adverse events (AEs/SAEs), and maintain compliance with EHR/EDC systems.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, CROs, monitors, and IRBs.
• Participate in site initiation visits (SIVs), monitoring visits, audits, and investigator meetings.
• Contribute to feasibility reviews, study design, and recruitment strategies.
• Stay current with clinical research regulations and therapeutic advances.

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. with an active, unrestricted Illinois medical license.
• Board Certification in Gastroenterology.
• Valid DEA license and BLS/ACLS certification.
• Clinical research/clinical trials experience preferred (training available for motivated candidates).
• Proficiency in EHR systems, medical documentation, and clinical trial platforms (EDC, CTMS).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment to ethical research and patient-centered care.

Benefits

• Flexible, part-time schedule (0-8 hours per week).
• Opportunity to expand expertise in multi-therapeutic clinical trials.
• Direct involvement in advancing innovative treatments through research.