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Endocrinologist – Clinical Research Investigator
Contract Investigator Opportunity | Northeast Houston, Texas
Company: VitaNova Clinical Trials
Location: Humble, Texas (Northeast Houston)
Engagement: Independent Contractor / Per-Study
Role: Principal Investigator and/or Sub-Investigator
About the Opportunity
VitaNova Clinical Trials is an independent clinical research site located in Humble, Texas, preparing to participate in upcoming clinical trials in endocrinology and related conditions.
We are seeking experienced Endocrinologists to join our investigator network on a contract basis. Selected physicians may serve as Principal Investigators or Sub-Investigators for applicable clinical trials, depending on study requirements, qualifications, therapeutic expertise, and prior research experience.
This is an opportunity for practicing endocrinologists who are interested in expanding their involvement in clinical research while continuing their existing clinical practice.
Position Responsibilities
The Clinical Research Investigator will provide medical and scientific oversight for assigned clinical trials and work closely with our research team, study sponsors, and CRO partners.
Responsibilities may include:
- Serve as Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator for qualifying clinical trials.
- Provide appropriate medical oversight of study participants throughout the trial.
- Review study protocols, investigator brochures, informed consent documents, and other study materials.
- Determine participant eligibility in accordance with protocol requirements.
- Perform or oversee protocol-required medical evaluations and clinical assessments.
- Monitor participant safety and evaluate adverse events and clinically significant findings.
- Review laboratory results, diagnostic assessments, medications, and other relevant clinical information.
- Participate in investigator meetings, site initiation visits, monitoring visits, and other study-related meetings.
- Provide medical guidance and oversight to the site's clinical research team.
- Ensure appropriate adherence to study protocols, ICH-GCP, FDA requirements, IRB requirements, and applicable regulations.
- Review and complete investigator-required study documentation and electronic case report forms.
- Assist with participant recruitment and retention when appropriate.
- Communicate with sponsors, CROs, medical monitors, and research staff regarding study-related medical issues.
- Promptly identify and appropriately address protocol deviations, safety concerns, and other study issues.
- Participate in audits, inspections, and quality assurance activities as applicable.
Therapeutic Areas
We are particularly interested in rheumatologists with expertise in conditions such as:
- Diabetes Mellitus (Type 1 and 2)
- Thyroid Disorders
- Osteoporosis
- Adrenal and Pituitary Glands
- Hypogonadism
- Obesity
- High Cholesterol
Specific therapeutic-area requirements will vary by clinical trial.
Qualifications
Required
- MD or DO degree.
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Endocrinology.
- Active, unrestricted Texas medical license.
- Current clinical practice in endocrinology.
- Ability to meet sponsor- and protocol-specific investigator qualifications.
- Commitment to participant safety, research integrity, and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred
- Previous experience serving as a Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator.
- Experience conducting industry-sponsored clinical trials.
- Experience with Phase II–IV clinical research.
- Previous endocrinology clinical trial experience.
- Familiarity with ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, and IRB processes.
- Existing patient population relevant to endocrinology clinical trials.
- Previous experience with clinical research documentation and electronic data capture systems.
- Current GCP and human-subject research training.
Physicians with strong clinical endocrinology experience who are interested in entering clinical research may also be considered, depending on study requirements and investigator qualifications.
Investigator Engagement
This is a contract-based investigator opportunity rather than a traditional employed position.
Engagement may vary depending on the clinical trial and may include:
- Principal Investigator services
- Sub-Investigator services
- Protocol-specific study visits
- Investigator meetings and training
- Medical oversight of enrolled participants
- Review of safety information and study data
- Other study-related investigator responsibilities
Compensation will be determined based on the applicable clinical trial, investigator responsibilities, qualifications, and mutually agreed-upon terms.
Why Partner With VitaNova Clinical Trials?
As an independent research site, we are focused on developing long-term relationships with qualified investigators and providing the operational infrastructure necessary to conduct high-quality clinical trials.
Our research team can support investigators with:
- Study start-up and regulatory coordination
- Clinical research coordination
- Participant recruitment and retention
- Study scheduling and visit management
- Source documentation and data entry
- Sponsor/CRO communication
- Regulatory and essential document management
- Protocol-specific site training
- Day-to-day clinical trial operations
Our goal is to establish long-term investigator relationships across multiple clinical trials, rather than limiting the relationship to a single study.
Interested in Becoming an Investigator?
We welcome inquiries from rheumatologists interested in discussing upcoming clinical research opportunities in the Northeast Houston area.
To be considered, please submit:
- Current CV
- Medical license information
- Board certification/eligibility
- Clinical research experience, if applicable
- Previous PI/Sub-Investigator experience, if applicable
- Relevant therapeutic-area experience
- Current GCP/research training documentation, if available
- Contact information
Contact:
Abiel Rusvid - Director of Operations
VitaNova Clinical Trials
Email: arusvid@vitanovatrials.com
Phone: 832-603-2432
Website: www.vitanovatrials.com
VitaNova Clinical Trials is an equal opportunity organization committed to conducting clinical research in accordance with applicable ethical, regulatory, and Good Clinical Practice standards.
Pay: $100.00 - $150.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5.0 – 10.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100 - $150