Principal Investigator

Company Overview

Site Search Recruitment works with sites and organizations seeking qualified physician investigators (MD, DO) for roles in clinical research. We are a full-service recruitment and placement firm servicing the research industry. Visit our website for a full list of all available openings.

Job Overview

Our client is seeking to hire a board-certified MD or DO who has completed a medical residency in the United States to join our team as principal investigator (“PI”) in clinical research at one of multiple locations in West Los Angeles, Riverside, Long Beach, and Irvine, California . The primary area of research will be Alzheimer's Disease prevention and treatment, though other studies may include MDD (major depressive disorder), and GLP-1/GIP/glucagon agonists and receptors. Prior research experience as a PI, Sub-I, or Co-Investigator is preferred for this role.

This is a full-time, in-person role. There are no planned overnight or weekend hours.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead study team as a Principal Investigator, ensuring trials are conducted safely and per protocol
• Conduct clinical intake interviews to determine medical eligibility of potential study participants
• Educate potential participants about diseases and the benefits of clinical trial participation
• Manage the safety of study participants; respond appropriately to adverse events in a timely manner
• Attend investigational meetings for clinical trials and scientific conferences
• Provide medical leadership to our team of clinicians and study coordinators
• Maintain all required licenses

Requirements:

• Prior clinical research experience is preferred for this role
• Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Neurology, or Psychiatry
• Valid license to practice medicine in California (or license-eligible)
• Experience working with older adults in a clinical or research setting
• A command of professional spoken and written English

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; paid time off, sick days, and paid holidays; and 401(k) with employer contributions.

The salary range for this position is $300,000 - $350,000 per year.