Principle Investigator (PI)

Elevate Clinical Research; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Clinical Research in Gurnee, IL seeks a Principal Investigator to lead medical oversight for assigned trials, ensure participant safety, and protect data integrity. In this role, you will collaborate with sponsors, CROs and site staff, support feasibility, attend investigator meetings, and help grow Elevate's sponsor network while delivering patient-centered research and regulatory compliance.

Location: Gurnee, IL; on-site work with opportunities to advance within a growing nationwide

Responsibilities

• Provide medical oversight and scientific leadership for clinical trials.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, GCP guidelines, sponsor protocols, and institutional requirements.
• Protect the safety, rights, and well-being of study participants.
• Review and assess participant eligibility, adverse events, protocol deviations, and study outcomes.
• Serve as a medical and scientific resource to study coordinators and research staff.
• Participate in sponsor qualification visits, investigator meetings, and feasibility discussions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors and CROs.
• Represent Elevate Clinical Research's capabilities, patient access, and therapeutic expertise to industry partners.
• Support efforts to secure new clinical trial opportunities and expand strategic sponsor relationships.
• Promote a culture of quality, compliance, enrollment excellence, and patient-centered research.

Job description

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Gurnee, IL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1030

About Company:

Elevate Clinical Research is a mission‑driven organization expanding access to high‑quality clinical trials across Texas, Louisiana, Illinois, Maryland, South Dakota, Hawaii, Kansas, and growing. We exist to bring research closer to the communities that need it most, delivering compassionate patient care, operational excellence, and trustworthy data that advances medicine.

At Elevate, your work has real impact. Every role contributes directly to improving health outcomes and bringing new therapies to life. We hire people who care deeply about patients, believe in doing things the right way, and want to grow with a company that’s expanding nationwide.

What We Value

Patients first in every decision and interaction

Access, equity, and bringing research to underserved communities

High‑quality, compliant, reliable study execution

Purpose‑driven growth and opportunities for advancement

Supportive teams who communicate, collaborate, and care

Why People Join Us

A mission that matters

Clear, structured onboarding

Leadership that listens and supports

Career growth as we expand into new states

A culture built on integrity, teamwork, and accountability

Join Elevate and help build a patient‑centered research network that’s changing what clinical trials can look like for communities across the country.

About the Role:

The Principal Investigator (PI) serves as the medical leader for assigned clinical trials and plays a key role in advancing Elevate Clinical Research's growth and sponsor relationships. In addition to ensuring the safety of study participants and the integrity of clinical research data, the PI collaborates with sponsors, CROs, and industry partners to represent Elevate's clinical expertise, patient populations, and research capabilities. The PI helps position Elevate as a preferred research partner by supporting feasibility assessments, participating in sponsor meetings, and fostering long‑term relationships that contribute to new study opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical oversight and scientific leadership for clinical research studies.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, GCP guidelines, sponsor protocols, and institutional requirements.
• Protect the safety, rights, and well‑being of study participants.
• Review and assess participant eligibility, adverse events, protocol deviations, and study outcomes.
• Serve as a medical and scientific resource to study coordinators and research staff.
• Participate in sponsor qualification visits, investigator meetings, and feasibility discussions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors and CROs.
• Represent Elevate Clinical Research's capabilities, patient access, and therapeutic expertise to industry partners.
• Support efforts to secure new clinical trial opportunities and expand strategic sponsor relationships.
• Promote a culture of quality, compliance, enrollment excellence, and patient‑centered research.

Position Purpose

The Principal Investigator is responsible for delivering exceptional clinical research while serving as an ambassador for Elevate Clinical Research. Through medical leadership, sponsor engagement, and collaboration with site operations, the PI helps drive successful study execution and contributes to the growth of Elevate's research portfolio.