Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Clinical Research
At Headlands Research, we are dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery within our communities. As a leading network of advanced clinical trial sites, we leverage cutting-edge technology and exceptional support services to broaden outreach and participation. Founded in 2018, our rapidly growing company currently operates 20+ sites across the US and Canada, with plans for further expansion. We champion diversity in clinical trials, making inclusivity central to our mission in advancing medical science.
About the role
We're seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to help conduct clinical research trials in gastroenterology, neurology, vaccines, and general internal medicine at our Greater St. Louis Area site. The site’s team brings over 20 years of experience, including highly accomplished principal investigators across multiple therapeutic areas.
Type: Full-time regular employee. Location: Onsite in Chesterfield, MO (no remote or hybrid opportunities).
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety and welfare of each study subject
- Have in-depth knowledge of all research protocols
- Screen potential study subjects according to the protocol’s specific inclusion and exclusion criteria
- Conduct medical history interviews and physical examinations throughout the subject’s study participation
- Review EKGs and lab results
- Provide medical care as needed during a subject’s participation in a clinical trial
- Provide home-based on-call availability per standard policy
- Attend Investigator Meetings on behalf of Principal Investigator as needed
- Demonstrate excellent professional communication, punctuality, and responsibility
- Maintain a friendly and outgoing demeanor with a passion for direct patient interaction
- Demonstrate clinical competence, positive leadership, and ability to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team
Qualifications
- Minimum of two years of experience as a licensed family or non-acute adult Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant treating a wide variety of therapeutic areas for adult and geriatric patient populations (internal medicine, family medicine, urgent care, emergency medicine)
- Current and unencumbered license to practice as an NP or PA in the state of Missouri
- Prior experience within the clinical research industry
- Commitment and ability to deliver excellent customer service
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Extremely well-organized, trustworthy, and attentive to details
- Mature and pleasant demeanor with a willingness to learn new tasks and grow with the company
Schedule
Mondays through Fridays, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.