Research Physician - Investigator

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Conducts all clinical trials (studies) according to ICH GCP, local regulations, study protocol and company processes. Ensures the medical wellbeing and safety of the participants through the safe performance and execution of the studies. Drives clinical oversight and quality of the studies at the site, or with PI oversight at other sites. Works as part of a  team, with focus on positive interactions with sponsors, clients and staff members at the site. Participates and engages in driving delivery of study targets, thereby contributing to the commercial success of the site which includes: recruitment, enrolment and retention of study participants. Focuses on own development of skills and expertise and assists with training, mentoring and general support to junior physicians. Generally takes on a more active role giving input into the site processes and sharing best practices gained form years of experience. Manages and oversees various studies simultaneously with the responsibility of PI and sub-I.

Day to day responsibilities:

• Carries out clinical evaluation and assessment of participants to ensure eligible participants are recruited and monitored for safety and adherence. 

• Attends Site Initiation Visits (SIV), Pre-Selections Visits (PSV) and Investigators meetings as required.  

• Participates in recruitment initiatives and strategy development to ensure targets are achieved; ensuring recruiting studies enroll according to plan within timelines and targets. 

• Reviews enrollment progress, pre-screening and screening success rates, screen failure rates, safety and retention of participants. 

• Interprets protocols and IB. 

• Manages and reviews IVRS, CRF/EDC, if applicable. 

• Oversees management of investigational medical product (IMP). 

• Identifies and reports trends within studies to manage it in light of conduct and outcome. 

• Oversees multiple studies and/or studies with higher numbers. 

• Cares for and protects the safety of participants through ethical conduct, this should receive the highest priority  at all times during all aspects of the study 

• Fulfills and complies with all medical duties, ensuring that clinical trials are performed to acceptable medical, scientific and ethical standards and meet the requirements as per protocol, SOP/COP ICH and local GCP guidelines and regulations. 

Qualifications: 

 

Education and Experience: 

 

• A valid medical degree within the country of practice with at least 3 years working as a licensed physician, as well as other medical licenses as may be required within the country (e.g. dispensing license) 

• Valid registration as a medical practitioner, with a medical license in good standing and with unrestricted ability to practice in place of work, where applicable 

• At least 3 years’ experience working in clinical research with sufficient PI responsibility 

• A valid ICH GCP certificate 

• Exceptional general medical practitioner diagnosis and treatment proficiency 

 

In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role. 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

 

• Exceptional understanding of medical terminology, drug safety, and interpretation of lab reports 

• Thorough understanding of scientific concepts related to the design and analysis of clinical trials 

• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills  

• Capable of working well under pressure 

• Capable of effectively prioritizing and managing multiple projects 

• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills 

• Capable of managing outside agencies in order to fulfill project objectives 

• Self-starter with ability to thrive under pressure in a fast paced environment 

• Skilled in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and proficient with the Internet 

• Displays strategic leadership by influencing the site team to deliver on targets

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. 

• Occasional travel.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently stationary for 6-8 hours per day.  

• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.   

• Frequent mobility required. 

• Occasional crouching, stooping, bending and twisting of upper body and neck.     

• Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs. 

• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.

• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. 

• Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups.   

• Works independently with little guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions and plans work schedules to meet goals.  Requires multiple periods of intense concentration. 

• Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence.  Ability to perform under stress.  Ability to multi-task.   

• Regular and consistent attendance.