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Physician Assistant - Clinical Research

CompanyHeadlands Research
LocationChesterfield
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 5, 2026
About The Company
Headlands Research is a leading globally integrated site organization with a mission to improve patients’ lives by advancing innovative medical therapies. Headlands Research is comprised of the highest quality dedicated and embedded research centers across North America. Our investigators and sites have completed 5,000+ Phase I-IV trials to date in various TA areas including but not limited to Allergy, Cardiovascular, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Endocrinology, Family Medicine, Family Practice, Gastroenterology, Immunology, Infectious Disease Prophylaxis and Treatment, Internal Medicine, Nephrology, Neurology. Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), Oncology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Otolaryngology (ENT), Pediatrics, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Plastic Surgery, Preventive Medicine, Psychiatry, Urology and Vaccine.
About the Role

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.

 

Championing Diversity in Clinical Trials

Diversity isn't just a checkbox for us - it's central to our mission. We're committed to advancing medical science by promoting diversity in every facet of clinical trial research. From our team composition to participant demographics, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do.

 

The Role of a Lifetime

Are you ready to make a difference? We're seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to help us grow our clinical research site located in the Greater St. Louis Area. You will help the site conduct clinical research trials involving gastroenterology, neurology, vaccines, and general internal medicine.

Clinical Research Professionals (CRP) is a dedicated research center that provides a network of providers who work collaboratively in conducting clinical research trials. The site’s team brings more than 20 years of experience, including many highly accomplished principal investigators across multiple therapeutic areas that are helping to improve lives through advancement of new drug therapies and medical devices.

 

Type:  Full-time Regular Employee 

Pay:  Competitive and dependent upon years of experience as an Investigator in clinical research. 

Location:  Onsite in Chesterfield, MO (no opportunities for remote or hybrid)

Schedule:  Mondays through Fridays, 8:00am-5:00pm

 

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 EKG’s 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
  • Excellent professional communication, punctual and responsible
  • Friendly and outgoing demeanor
  • Must demonstrate 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 physician assistant, family or non-acute adult nurse practitioner treating a wide variety of therapeutic areas for the adult and geriatric patient population required (internal medicine, family medicine, urgent care, emergency medicine)
  • Current and unencumbered license to practice as an PA or NP in the state of Missouri required
  • Prior experience within the clinical research industry highly preferred
  • Commitment and ability to deliver excellent customer service
  • Excellent communication, punctual and responsible
  • Extremely well organized
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Trustworthy, reliable; attentive to details
  • Mature and pleasant demeanor
  • Willingness to learn new tasks and grow with the company

 

 

 

Headlands Research will never ask a candidate for personal identifiable information (date of birth, social security number, driver’s license information, etc) via email or messenger tools, or for a financial deposit of any kind. 

Headlands Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

Need Assistance?

Headlands Research is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact recruiting@headlandsresearch.com for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

 

Key Skills
Clinical ResearchPatient InteractionMedical HistoryPhysical ExaminationsCommunicationTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailLeadershipCustomer ServiceOrganizational SkillsGastroenterologyNeurologyInternal MedicineVaccinesReliability
Categories
HealthcareScience & Research
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Ensure the safety and welfare of study subjects while conducting clinical research trials. Responsibilities include screening potential subjects, conducting medical history interviews, and providing medical care as needed.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
188
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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