Part-time Nephrologist - Clinical Research

Type: Regular Part-time Employee or 1099 Independent Contractor

Schedule: Site hours are Mondays through Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm; specific schedule is TBD.

Location: Onsite in Maplewood, MN (no capabilities for remote or hybrid work)

Reports to: Site Director

What We Offer

• Competitive pay + annual performance incentives
• 401(k) plan with company match for full-time employees
• Company holidays
• A mission-driven culture focused on advancing medicine and improving patient outcomes

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee clinical trials, ensuring compliance with protocol requirements, regulatory standards, and ethical guidelines.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to site staff, fostering a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and professionalism within the research team.
• Participate in investigator meetings and educational initiatives to stay updated on advancements in clinical research and diversity initiatives.
• Obtain IRB approval for study initiation and any protocol modifications.
• Oversee subject safety, trial conduct compliance, and the informed consent process.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders including sponsors, monitors, regulators, and research network leadership.
• Provide ongoing training and support to research staff.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator for clinical research trials a huge plus, but willing to consider those without.
• Nephrologist and Psychiatrist preferred, but open to considering a wide variety of specialties who can oversee outpatient-based pharma clinical research trials.
• Current and unencumbered license to practice as an MD or DO within the state of Minnesota required (or eligible for).
• Must be board-certified or board-eligible.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with sponsors, research teams, and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and industry best practices in clinical research.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Additional information

Headlands Research will never ask a candidate for personal identifiable information (date of birth, social security number, driver's license information, etc) via email or messenger tools, or for a financial deposit of any kind.

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