Psychiatrist (Part-Time)

Psychiatrist – Clinical Research

Job Summary: The Psychiatrist will serve as a key leader in a clinical trial setting, overseeing and executing psychiatric clinical research studies. This role requires ensuring compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and the highest standards of patient care. The Psychiatrist will be responsible for patient assessments, safety monitoring, and protocol adherence while contributing to advancements in psychiatric research and treatment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the principal investigator or sub-investigator for psychiatric clinical trials, ensuring adherence to study protocols, regulatory standards, and ethical practices.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including medical and psychiatric histories, to assess trial eligibility and ensure patient safety.
• Monitor and manage psychiatric symptoms in research participants, including the assessment of adverse events and treatment-related effects.
• Oversee the administration of investigational drugs, ensuring safety and efficacy through ongoing patient monitoring.
• Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic interventions, medication management, and psychiatric monitoring as required by the study protocol.
• Collaborate with clinical research coordinators, sponsors, regulatory bodies, and other research team members to facilitate accurate data collection and adherence to study protocols.
• Educate patients and their families about the clinical trial process, potential risks, and anticipated outcomes.
• Lead and contribute to the preparation of clinical trial documentation, including regulatory submissions, safety evaluations, and study reports.
• Supervise and mentor clinical staff, ensuring a high standard of research integrity and patient care.
• Participate in regular meetings to review study progress, patient outcomes, and protocol compliance.
• Stay updated on advancements in psychiatric research, regulatory guidelines, and best practices in clinical trials to enhance research execution.

Additional Responsibilities: This job description includes core responsibilities but is not limited to the listed items. The Psychiatrist may also:

• Provide expert input in protocol design and development.
• Participate in regulatory and ethics committee reviews.
• Present research findings at conferences and contribute to scientific publications.
• Develop and implement training programs for clinical staff and collaborators.

Medical Specialties:

• Psychiatry (Required)

License/Certification Requirements:

• Active Medical License (Required)
• Board Certification in Psychiatry (Preferred)

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in clinical research, preferably as an investigator or sub-investigator in psychiatric trials.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent clinical decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities to interact effectively with patients, families, and research collaborators.
• Meticulous attention to detail in documentation and protocol compliance.
• Passion for psychiatric research, patient advocacy, and advancing mental health treatments.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical trial regulations and guidelines (e.g., GCP, FDA, EMA, IRB requirements).
• Experience in managing psychiatric clinical trials from initiation to completion.
• Familiarity with electronic data capture systems and clinical trial software.

Work Environment:

• Collaborative and dynamic research setting.
• Opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and leadership in psychiatric research.

Salary: TBD