Dermatologist - Clinical Research Investigator

Elite Clinical Network; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 207,000 - 317,000; Part time

Job summary

A clinical research organization in California is seeking a dedicated Physician – Dermatologist for a part-time role. The ideal candidate will oversee clinical trials as a Principal Investigator, ensuring compliance with protocol and patient safety, while continuing to provide medical care. Key qualifications include an MD or DO degree, valid medical license, and GCP certification. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to advancing medicine through clinical studies and requires strong collaboration and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Valid, unrestricted medical license in California.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatology.
• 1 year of experience in clinical practice; prior research experience preferred.
• GCP/ICH-GCP certification or willingness to obtain prior to start.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical practice; prior clinical research experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator on clinical trials.
• Perform comprehensive physical exams and evaluations for patient enrollment.
• Provide medical oversight for trial participants and ensure compliance with protocols.
• Provide medical oversight for trial participants, including safety assessments and adverse event evaluations.
• Collaborate with CRAs, Sponsors, and Monitors to ensure protocol compliance and data integrity.
• Review and sign off on source documents, CRFs, and regulatory documentation.
• Maintain accurate trial documentation in line with ICH-GCP, FDA, and sponsor requirements.
• Participate in Site Initiation Visits, Monitoring Visits, and Audits as needed.
• Manage chronic and acute conditions per protocol guidelines.
• Educate and counsel patients on study procedures and informed consent.

Skills

Clinical oversight

Patient evaluation

Collaboration with research teams

Communication skills

Attention to detail

EMR proficiency

DEA license (preferred)

Education

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMRs)

Clinical trial management systems (CTMS)

Job description

Position Overview

Elite Clinical Network (ECN) is seeking a dedicated and research-oriented Physician – Dermatologist to join our expanding team of clinical professionals. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in the conduct of clinical trials by serving as a Principal Investigator (PI) or Sub-Investigator, while continuing to provide high-quality medical care to adult patients within a clinical research setting. This is a part time/per diem position with a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of medicine through clinical studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator on multiple Phase I–IV clinical trials.
• Perform comprehensive physical exams and clinical assessments for protocol screening and enrollment.
• Evaluate patient eligibility based on inclusion/exclusion criteria of clinical protocols.
• Provide medical oversight for clinical trial participants, including safety assessments, adverse event evaluations, and ongoing care.
• Collaborate closely with Clinical Research Coordinators, Sponsors, and Monitors to ensure protocol compliance and data integrity.
• Review and sign off on source documents, case report forms (CRFs), and regulatory documentation.
• Maintain detailed and accurate clinical trial documentation in compliance with ICH-GCP, FDA, and sponsor requirements.
• Participate in Site Initiation Visits (SIVs), Monitoring Visits, and Audits as needed.
• Manage chronic and acute conditions among study participants in alignment with standard care and protocol guidelines.
• Educate and counsel patients on study procedures, informed consent, and potential side effects.
• Support recruitment efforts and promote patient retention in trials.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Valid, unrestricted medical license in the state of employment.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) in Dermatology.
• BC/BE in Family Medicine or Geriatric Medicine will also be considered.
• Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification or willingness to obtain prior to start.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in clinical practice; prior clinical research experience preferred but not required.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with FDA, ICH-GCP, and clinical trial protocols.
• Experience managing or participating in industry-sponsored clinical trials.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to document accurately.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for patient interaction and sponsor collaboration.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced research environment.
• Comfortable using electronic medical records (EMRs) and clinical trial management systems (CTMS).
• DEA license (preferred).

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Part-time

Job Function

Strategy/Planning and Information Technology