Principal Investigator - Senior Research Epidemiologist/Biostatistician

For our client, we are seeking a Principal Investigator - Senior Research Epidemiologist/Biostatistician to join the team of a leader in the Education, Government & Non-Profit space. This senior role will guide multi-site clinical research initiatives with a strong emphasis on study leadership, scientific rigor, and operational excellence. The selected individual will partner closely with multidisciplinary teams, collaborators, funding agencies, and oversight bodies to advance high-impact public health research. This position also combines strategic planning, grant development, mentoring, and fiscal oversight within a coordinated research environment. The work is suited to an experienced investigator who can lead complex studies from design through results dissemination while ensuring strong coordination across multiple stakeholders. It offers the opportunity to shape research direction, support junior researchers, and contribute to impactful work in chronic and acquired health conditions. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $197,000 – $241,000 annually Responsibilities Lead multi-site clinical research projects as the overall project leader Oversee the operational and scientific aspects of studies from design through results presentation Serve on steering committees and liaise with funding agencies and safety boards Support multidisciplinary teams in coordinating center operations and data management Communicate effectively with collaborators, funding officials, and study leadership Act as the senior escalation point for project issues and concerns Manage contracts and fiscal responsibilities for the Coordinating Center Qualifications Doctorate in epidemiology, statistics, biostatistics, or a related field required At least 12 years of experience in multi-center clinical research, particularly randomized trials Proven leadership in large public health research projects, ideally in coordinating centers Experience with NIH funding and federally funded research projects is preferred Strong background in chronic or acquired health conditions research is desirable Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams including researchers and project managers Experience with FDA-regulated trials and data management is a plus Benefits Ability to work as a domestic teleworker or from Research Triangle Park, NC Say in shaping research direction in a leading clinical research center Opportunity to mentor junior researchers and foster their professional growth Engagement in strategic planning and grant development activities Exposure to multidisciplinary teams and high-impact research projects Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.