Bilingual Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
Clinical research industry - Central nervous system studies
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
- Full-time / Permanent / Direct Hire
- Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM CST schedule
- On site in Brownsville, TX 78520
- Target salary $115-130K depending on experience
- Benefits and perks:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Long term disability, short term disability, and life insurance
- 14 paid company holidays
- 3 weeks of paid time off
- 401k
- FSA
- Scrub voucher
- Gym and tranquility room (specific locations apply)
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Clinical trial site network specializing in complex therapeutic areas, such as central nervous system and metabolic disorders. We conduct high quality research as a complement to the routine medical care our subjects receive from their care centers. Contributing to meaningful treatment advances while raising awareness on the importance of clinical research and its role in shaping the future of healthcare.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant will be a key member of the clinical trial team and listed as a sub-investigator (Sub-I) on all ongoing study protocols.
As a Sub-I, you'll work closely with the Site Physician/Principal Investigator (P.I.) and the clinical operations team to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care while ensuring compliance with clinical research protocols. Responsibilities include recruiting study participants, performing physical assessments, overseeing follow up visits, reviewing labs for study subjects, and interacting with pharmaceutical sponsors.
Comprehensive training provided. Prior clinical research experience a plus but not required.
DUTIES:
- Works with affiliates or collaborating research sites.
- Maintains subject and document confidentiality at all times and understands and complies with the appropriate sponsor requirements, regulations including the Food and Drug Administration, good clinical practice, International Conference on Harmonization, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Institutional Review Boards, and institutional policies and procedures.
- Performs study related procedures such as physical examinations, informed consent, subject history, adverse events, test article handling, appointment scheduling, records review, treatment coordination, collecting vital signs, and subject health assessments.
- Reviews and holds expert knowledge of study related activities and protocols.
- Adheres to study protocols, Food and Drug Administration regulations, and good clinical practices at all times.
- Assists in the preparation for study monitor visits.
- Performs subject screening and recruitment.
- Exercises judgement within the allowable limits defined within clinical trials protocols, standard operating procedures, and under the direction from the principal investigator.
- Interacts with internal and external personnel such as physicians, nurses, administration staff, industry sponsor representatives, central laboratory and imaging personnel, and clinical trial patients.
- Coordinates multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines as needed based on clinical trial protocol directives and study volume.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Advanced degree from a graduate school + 1-2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Specialized training or experience with central nervous system or neuropsychiatric disorders and treatment.
- Current advanced registered nurse practitioner or physician assistant license.
- Valid driver's License
- GCP Training certification preferred
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to communicate in a diplomatic and professional manner
- Strong interpersonal and people skills
- Possessing a positive, friendly, and professional demeanor
- Strong organizational skills and ability to pay attention to detail
- Ability to be flexible with changing priorities
- Strong mathematical knowledge
- Excellent computer skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Mozilla Foxfire, and web-based enterprise solutions software.
WHY TRANSITION TO CLINICAL RESEARCH?
Work life balance:
- No juggling a chaotic hospital load. No night calls or on-call emergencies. No burnout-inducing long shifts.
- You'll work in a structured, outpatient setting where you manage a focused number of patients who are already enrolled in clinical studies.
- You'll have consistent hours with weekends and holidays off.
Career growth & flexibility:
- You'll expand your skillset and knowledge while contributing to cutting-edge research that could shape the future of treatment.
- Your clinical skills remain central to your day-to-day, while adding new skills and expanding your knowledge base.
- You'll gain expertise in FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and protocol-driven medicine.
- These skills that can continue to open doors for continued career growth in pharma and biotech, including roles in trial leadership, medical affairs, and more.
Making a difference in advancing medicine:
- You'll be at the forefront of developing new therapies that save lives. These roles shape the future of medicine, not just for your patients but for global healthcare.
- You'll have access to breakthrough medical treatments before they're widely available. This includes innovative treatments, enhanced patient monitoring, and more personalized care.
- Your patients, especially those with limited options, could greatly benefit from novel therapies they wouldn't otherwise have access to.
If you'd like to expand your career, play a meaningful part in the advancement of medicine, and step into a role that offers true work-life balance: A role in clinical research might be the perfect next step for you.