Clinical Research Gastroenterologist Chicago, IL Part-Time (0-8 hours/week)
About the Role We are seeking a Board-Certified Physician to join as a Clinical Research Physician supporting Phase I-IV clinical trials in Chicago, IL. In this role, you will ensure protocol compliance, patient safety, and collaborate with sponsors, CROs, and research teams to advance multi-therapeutic studies.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as Principal Investigator (PI) or Sub-Investigator (Sub-I) for clinical trials.
- Conduct medical screenings, physical exams, and assessments of study participants.
- Provide clinical oversight and ensure adherence to study protocols, ICH-GCP, and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with coordinators, nurses, and research staff to maintain compliance and accurate documentation.
- Record patient interactions, manage adverse events (AEs/SAEs), and maintain compliance with EHR/EDC systems.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, CROs, monitors, and IRBs.
- Participate in site initiation visits (SIVs), monitoring visits, audits, and investigator meetings.
- Contribute to feasibility reviews, study design, and recruitment strategies.
- Stay current with clinical research regulations and therapeutic advances.
Qualifications
- M.D. or D.O. with an active, unrestricted Illinois medical license.
- Board Certification in Gastroenterology.
- Valid DEA license and BLS/ACLS certification.
- Clinical research/clinical trials experience preferred (training available for motivated candidates).
- Proficiency in EHR systems, medical documentation, and clinical trial platforms (EDC, CTMS).
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong commitment to ethical research and patient-centered care.
Benefits
- Flexible, part-time schedule (0-8 hours per week).
- Opportunity to expand expertise in multi-therapeutic clinical trials.
- Direct involvement in advancing innovative treatments through research.