Clinical Research Physician / Principal Investigator - PT hours (Gastroenterology)

M3 Wake Research is an integrated network of premier investigational sites meeting the clinical research needs of global biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, pharmaceutical and clinical research organizations (CROs). With close to 30 owned and managed research sites across the country, M3 Wake Research is one of the largest independent, multi-site clinical research companies in the US. M3 Wake Research continues to grow through acquisitions and uncompromising commitment to careful planning and execution in accordance with regulatory compliance.

Conducting studies since 1984, M3 Wake Research owns a proprietary patient database of potential clinical trial participants across the US. As of today, our board-certified physicians have completed more than 7,000+ successful clinical trials, while consistently exceeding sponsor expectations for integrity, timeliness, subject enrollment, human protection, and expeditious delivery of accurate evaluable data.

Due to our continued growth, we are hiring a Clinical Research Physician/ Principal Investigator at Wake Research, an M3 company. This position is 100% on-site and is located in Chattanooga, TN. It is a contract position, part-time hours. Our ideal candidate will be available at least 8 hours per week. Preferred specialty: Gastroenterology. 

As a Clinical Research Physician, you will provide clinical mentorship and leadership for clinical development and clinical trials conduct within our organization. You will operate in a wide range of aspects in clinical and pharmaceutical medicine and with patients, health authorities, colleagues, and biopharmaceutical companies. Your role will be focused clinical trials, phase I to IV, where you will be responsible for assessing and following the safety of clinical trial participants and collaborate with the team with all aspects of clinical and scientific input and safety evaluation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical expertise into the conduct of clinical trials
• Build positive relationships and networks with internal and external medical professional and local opinion leaders
• Work closely with colleagues in other functions including, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Operations and Patient Engagement
• Lead and provide an oversight to a team of researchers and clinical staff involved in conduct of clinical trials
• Be responsible for successful execution of research protocols according to FDA regulations and GCP guidelines
• Evaluate study volunteer’s eligibility for clinical trials
• Perform physical exams and assessments as required per research protocols
• Complete all industry-required training
• Assess study patient health through interviews and physical examinations
• Communicate information to patients regarding diagnosis and treatment goals
• Review all diagnostic reports and provide clinical direction to the study team

Requirements:

• 10 years' post training experience as a physician in gastroenterology
• Currently licensed to practice medicine in the state of hire with no history of license suspension or debarment
• Advanced knowledge of treatment and drug interactions
• Ability to build rapport with patients and biopharmaceutical sponsors
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong leadership qualities
• Provide clinical oversite to study team
• Clinical research experience

About M3USA

M3 USA is at the forefront of healthcare innovation, offering digital solutions across healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals and more. Since our inception in 2000, we’ve seen remarkable growth, fueled by our mission to utilize the internet for a healthier world and more efficient healthcare systems. Our success is anchored in our trusted digital platforms that engage physician communities globally, facilitating impactful medical education, precise job placement and insightful market research. M3 USA prides itself on a dynamic and innovative work environment where every team member contributes to global health advancements. Embrace the chance to drive change with M3 USA.

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