Clinical Research Physician - Internal Medicine (Part time - 16-24 hrs/week)

Alcanza Clinical Research; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan with safe-harbor match

Short and long-term disability insurance

Job summary

A clinical research organization located in Methuen, MA, is seeking a Principal Investigator to oversee clinical trials. This role involves ensuring the safety and compliance of study participants while leading site operations. The ideal candidate must possess an MD or DO degree and an active physician license, with clinical research experience preferred. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a 401k plan. Join this vibrant organization as it continues to grow in the clinical research field.

Qualifications

• Active physician license in good standing required.
• Clinical research experience preferred.
• CPR required / ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the medical well-being and safety of study participants.
• Lead site operations with focus on patient safety and compliance.
• Evaluate participants for trial eligibility.
• Engage in successful delivery and retention of study participants.
• Interact positively with sponsors and team members.

Skills

Clinical skills based on specialty

Proficiency with MS Office

Bilingual (English / Spanish)

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Math proficiency

Well‑developed communication skills

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in area of specialty

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Department: Operations

Location: ActivMed Practices & Research | Methuen, MA

Description

Alcanza is a growing multi‑site, multi‑phase clinical research company with a network of locations in AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MO, NV, SC, TX, VA, and Puerto Rico. We have established a strong presence across Phase I‑IV studies and several therapeutic areas including vaccine, neurology, dermatology, psychiatry, and general medicine. Join us as we continue to grow.

The Principal Investigator conducts and coordinates daily clinical trial activities according to ICH/FDA/GCP guidelines, local regulations, study protocol, and company policies and processes. Working with a local and central team drives clinical oversight and the quality of the assigned studies at the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures the medical well‑being and safety of the study participants through the safe performance and ethical execution of the clinical trials, in adherence with FDA, ICH, NIH, GCPs & HIPAA guidelines, study protocols, as well as company policies and processes
• Overall site leadership with a focus on enhancing efficiencies, patient safety and protocol/GCP /regulatory compliance
• Evaluates and assesses participants to ensure only eligible participants enroll into the trials.
• Participates and engages in successful delivery and retention of study participants.
• Interacts positively and collaboratively with sponsors, clients and team members.
• Practices attention to detail in recording data and participant information, following protocol guidelines and GCPs.
• Actively involved in protocol training for staff.
• Participate in Investigator Meetings (IMs), and continuing education activities in order to maintain current knowledge of recruitment affairs and issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned, requested, or required based on the needs of the participants, protocols and/or company.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Minimum Qualifications: MD or DO degree, an active physician license (in good standing) in the state of practice for this role. Clinical Research experience is preferred. Board certification in area of specialty required. CPR required / ACLS preferred.

Required Skills

• Clinical skills and clinical procedures based on area of specialty.
• Proficiency with computer applications such as MS Office, electronic health records, and web applications, and the ability to type proficiently (40+ wpm).
• Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and math proficiency.
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills. Bi‑lingual (English / Spanish) proficiency is highly preferred.
• Well‑developed interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to work well independently as well as with co‑workers, employees, subjects, managers and external customers.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workloads and priorities.
• Ability to be professional, respectful of others, self‑motivated, and exemplify a strong work ethic.
• Must possess a high degree of urgency, self‑motivation, integrity and dependability.
• Ability to work independently to identify problems and implement solutions.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner, and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

Benefits

• Full‑time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week are benefits‑eligible, with coverage starting on the first day of the month following date of hire.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability insurance, health savings accounts, supplemental insurances, and a 401k plan with a safe‑harbor match are offered.