Physician Assistant/ Sub-Investigator

Discover International; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical research organization in New York is seeking a Physician Assistant to join its growing clinical research team. This hands-on role involves working closely with a Principal Investigator and focusing on patient-facing responsibilities, protocol execution, and study conduct. Ideal candidates will have a graduate degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program and a strong background in direct patient care. This is a great opportunity for those interested in advancing new therapies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Active state PA license or ability to obtain.
• Strong background in direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Sub‑Investigator on active clinical trials under physician supervision.
• Conduct protocol‑specific patient visits including medical histories, physical exams, and safety assessments.
• Perform and oversee clinical procedures such as vitals, ECGs, and blood draws.
• Monitor, assess, and document adverse events in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including coordinators, sponsors, and CROs.

Skills

Direct patient care

Clinical decision making

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Active state PA license (or ability to obtain)

Job description

We’re looking for a Physician Assistant to join a growing clinical research team supporting industry-sponsored trials. This is a hands‑on role working closely with a Principal Investigator, with a strong focus on patient‑facing responsibilities, protocol execution, and overall study conduct.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast‑paced environment, is comfortable making clinical decisions, and wants to be directly involved in advancing new therapies across multiple therapeutic areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a Sub‑Investigator on active clinical trials under physician supervision
• Conduct protocol‑specific patient visits including medical histories, physical exams, and safety assessments
• Perform and oversee clinical procedures such as vitals, ECGs, and blood draws
• Monitor, assess, and document adverse events in accordance with regulatory guidelines
• Maintain accurate and timely source documentation and electronic data capture systems
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including coordinators, sponsors, and CROs
• Support monitoring visits, audits, and regulatory inspections
• Stay up to date on study protocols, GCP, and compliance requirements
• Assist with study coordination activities as needed

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Active state PA license (or ability to obtain)
• Strong background in direct patient care
• Clinical research experience is a plus but not required