Principal Investigator

Principal Investigator Overview

• The Principal Investigator role involves overseeing clinical research activities and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Conduct and supervise clinical trials focusing on neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's and dementia.
• Ensure participant safety, data integrity, and adherence to protocols and regulations.
• Collaborate with research teams to maintain study sponsor confidentiality and protocol compliance.
• Perform study-related procedures including physical exams, informed consent, and adverse event management.
• Provide clinical support and oversight for recruitment and study visits, including after-hours coverage.
• Opportunity to transition to full-time employment based on performance and study needs.
• Work in a dynamic environment with exposure to advanced clinical research methodologies.
• Enhance your expertise in clinical research and neurodegenerative disorders.

Principal Investigator Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct and supervise clinical research activities in compliance with FDA regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Perform study-related procedures, including physical exams, informed consent, and adverse event management.
• Review and adjudicate laboratory, imaging, and biopsy findings for clinical trials.
• Oversee recruitment efforts and provide clinical support for participant screening and enrollment.
• Ensure accuracy, security, and integrity of research data and subsequent analysis.
• Collaborate with Sub-Investigators and research teams to maintain protocol adherence.
• Provide weekend and after-hours coverage as needed to facilitate study visits.
• Assist in preparing for study monitor visits and sponsor audits.
• Maintain confidentiality of study sponsor and clinical trial information.

Principal Investigator Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) with a current physician license in Texas.
• Board certification preferred; bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish strongly preferred.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience; prior research experience preferred.
• Expertise in neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer's and dementia.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based enterprise solutions software.
• Ability to work in clinical and laboratory environments with exposure to biological fluids.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and provide after-hours coverage.
• Commitment to participant safety, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.