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Principal Investigator

Metric Bio
Jersey, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2026

Metric Bio is partnering with a leading clinical research organization to identify an experienced Principal Investigator for a research site in New Jersey. This role offers the opportunity to provide medical and scientific leadership on innovative clinical programs focused on complex and underserved patient populations.


The Role

As Principal Investigator, you will be responsible for the overall conduct of clinical trials at the site, ensuring patient safety, protocol adherence, and regulatory compliance. You will serve as the primary clinical authority, working closely with site teams, sponsors, and regulatory bodies.


Key Responsibilities

  • Act as Principal Investigator for clinical trials conducted at the New Jersey site
  • Ensure compliance with GCP, FDA regulations, and study protocols
  • Provide leadership, oversight, and mentorship to sub-investigators and research staff
  • Conduct and oversee study-related medical evaluations and ensure patient safety
  • Serve as the primary liaison with sponsors, IRBs, and regulatory agencies
  • Contribute to site growth through feasibility assessments, study start-up, and enrolment support


Qualifications

  • MD or DO (board-certified or board-eligible preferred)
  • Active New Jersey medical license or ability to obtain
  • Previous experience as a Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator in clinical research
  • Strong understanding of GCP, FDA regulations, and clinical trial operations
  • Proven leadership and communication skills
  • Interest in working with complex and specialized patient populations


Why This Opportunity?

  • Be part of a growing and mission-driven research environment
  • Work on cutting-edge clinical studies with meaningful patient impact
  • Collaborative site culture with long-term career growth opportunities
  • Competitive compensation and professional development support
  • Ability to build and develop a new clinical research site.


If you are a physician investigator seeking a leadership role in clinical research, please apply, or reach out to Oli Oldham - oli.oldham@metric-search.com

Salary : $230,000 - $315,000

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