Rheumatologist - Clinical Research Investigator

Elite Clinical Network; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 185,000 - 277,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization in Henderson, Nevada is seeking a dedicated Physician – Rheumatologist to join their team. The candidate will serve both as a Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator for various clinical trials, ensuring high standards of patient care in a research environment. Candidates must possess an MD or DO degree, a valid medical license in Nevada, and ideally be Board Certified in Rheumatology. This part-time role provides a unique opportunity to advance medicine through clinical studies.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid, unrestricted medical license in Nevada.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology.
• 1 year of clinical practice experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator on clinical trials.
• Evaluate patient eligibility based on protocol criteria.
• Provide medical oversight for trial participants.
• Provide medical oversight for clinical trial participants, including safety assessments and ongoing care.
• Collaborate with Clinical Research Coordinators, Sponsors, and Monitors to ensure protocol compliance and data integrity.
• Review and sign off on source documents and regulatory documentation.
• Maintain detailed trial documentation in compliance with ICH‑GCP, FDA, and sponsor requirements.
• Participate in Site Initiation Visits, Monitoring Visits, and Audits as needed.
• Manage chronic and acute conditions among study participants in alignment with protocol guidelines.
• Educate and counsel patients on study procedures and informed consent.
• Support recruitment efforts and promote patient retention in trials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Education

MD or DO degree

Valid medical license in Nevada

GCP certification

BC/BE in Family Medicine or Geriatric Medicine

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 – Rheumatologist 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 Rheumatology.
• 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).