Subinvestigator- Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Celerion
Summary
Conduct clinical studies according to study protocols, review safety data and monitor the safety of study participants enrolled into clinical trial protocols under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
Job description
Essential Functions
- Maintain timely compliance with Celerion's SOPs, required study documents, and other study-specific mandatory trainings
- Assist with training of new staff upon achieving personal proficiency in required skills and tasks
- Create a friendly and welcoming environment to study participants
- Produce accurate and timely study data while ensuring participant safety
- Participate in the ICF process by answering any volunteer questions about the study, in collaboration with the investigator as needed
- Conduct screening physical examinations
- Review subject screening data, including subject medical histories, ECGs, laboratory studies, and any other ancillary tests as outlined by the study protocol
- Make preliminary eligibility decisions based on protocol inclusion and exclusion criteria
- Counsel participants regarding abnormal tests and make referrals in collaboration with the investigator as necessary
- Attend Sponsor SIVs
- Assist in the logistical setup of new studies by collaborating with the nursing department and working with study management to ensure the successful execution of all medical aspects of the protocol
- Provide training to clinic associates as needed
- Resolve queries during study
- Review safety-related data including ECGs, AEs, laboratory data or other ancillary tests in a timely manner
- Conduct physical examinations
- Perform minor procedures as outlined by the protocol following completion of required training
- Engage with client in-person (on-site) or via written, electronic or telephone correspondence to address any medical-related issues
- Ensure safety of study participants by reviewing and managing adverse events and serious adverse events under the supervision of the PI. Perform assessments and administer necessary treatment when required
- Assist in referring participants to specialists as necessary
- Review of outside medical records if requested by the investigator
- Review of SUSAR reports if requested by the investigator
- A flexible schedule that could include Friday - Monday (start times may vary between 7am and 8am) for a minimum 10 hours a week
Knowledge/Skills/Education/Licenses
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven organizational skills, ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities
- Demonstrates attention to detail
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Team player with the ability to work collaboratively
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays to ensure clinic coverage
- Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or MD/DO
- Eligible to obtain DEA certificate upon hire
- Training in Basic Life Support and Advance Cardiac Life Support, or willing to obtain upon hire
- Board certified or board eligible in a primary care specialty, i.e. family practice, internal medicine, E.R. medicine or as a PA-C or NP, or MD/DO
- 1 year medical experience and / or clinical research experience
- Spanish language skills a plus
Requirements
- Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or MD/DO
- Eligible to obtain DEA certificate upon hire
- Training in Basic Life Support and Advance Cardiac Life Support, or willing to obtain upon hire
- Board certified or board eligible in a primary care specialty, i.e. family practice, internal medicine, E.R. medicine or as a PA-C or NP, or MD/DO
- 1 year medical experience and / or clinical research experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven organizational skills, ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities
- Demonstrates attention to detail
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Team player with the ability to work collaboratively
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays to ensure clinic coverage
- Spanish language skills a plus
Company overview
Celerion is a global leader in early clinical research and a premier clinical research organization (CRO) specializing in early-phase drug development. Founded in 2010 with roots dating back to 1969, the company operates with over 50 years of experience in conducting clinical trials. Celerion focuses on Phase 1 studies, including first-in-human dose escalation, drug-drug interactions, cardiac safety, bioequivalence, metabolism, and pharmacokinetics in patient populations. The company's name derives from the Latin 'celeritas,' meaning swiftness and speed, reflecting its commitment to accelerating drug development timelines. With more than 1,000 full-time scientific and medical personnel and over 650 clinical beds across global facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, Celerion provides comprehensive services including clinical pharmacology studies, bioanalytical services, data management, biostatistics, and regulatory support. The company has conducted over 6,000 studies and works with pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients to enable faster, informed decisions in drug development, helping bring new medicines to market more efficiently.