Clinical Research Principal Investigator (Psychiatrist, MD)

Elevate Clinical Research is seeking a full-time Psychiatrist (MD) to serve as a Principal Investigator (PI) for industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials. The ideal candidate will have experience in psychiatric research, maintain an active and unrestricted medical license, and be willing to travel between two local research locations.
This role offers the opportunity to lead high-quality psychiatric clinical trials within a growing research network supported by strong operational infrastructure.

Practice Locations
The PI will rotate between the following research sites:

5132 Atascocita Rd., Humble, TX 77346

1045 Gemini St., Suite 200A, Houston, TX 77058

Travel between sites is required as part of routine study oversight and subject care.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as Principal Investigator on psychiatric clinical trials, ensuring compliance with:

FDA regulations

ICH-GCP guidelines

Sponsor protocols and IRB requirements

Conduct and supervise:

Psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments

Study visits and dosing oversight (as applicable)

Act as Lead Rater for psychiatric rating scales and ensure rater quality across studies, including:

Administration of clinician-rated efficacy scales (e.g., MADRS, CGI, YMRS, PANSS, C-SSRS, etc.)

Oversight, calibration, and consistency of ratings across visits

Participation in sponsor-required rater training, certification, and re-calibration

Ensure subject safety, data integrity, and protocol adherence

Oversee and collaborate with:

Sub-Investigators

NP/PA providers

Research coordinators and support staff

Participate in:

Sponsor and CRO meetings

Site initiation visits (SIVs)

Monitoring visits, audits, and inspections

Review and sign off on:

Source documentation

eCRFs

Adverse event and serious adverse event reporting

Support the strategic expansion of the psychiatric research portfolio, including novel and emerging therapeutics

Qualifications

MD or DO with board eligibility or board certification in Psychiatry

Active, unrestricted medical license (clean license required)

Prior experience as a Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator in clinical research preferred

Demonstrated experience with psychiatric rating scales and structured interviews

Ability to work effectively in a regulated research environment

Willingness to travel between both clinical locations

Strong leadership, documentation, and communication skills

Preferred Experience

Industry-sponsored trials in:

Major depressive disorder

Treatment-resistant depression

Anxiety and related mood disorders

Experience serving as Lead Rater or primary rater

Familiarity with electronic source, EDC, and CTMS systems

Experience working with NPs/PAs in collaborative psychiatric settings

Employment Details

Full-time position

Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)

Full research and administrative support provided

Opportunity for growth within a rapidly expanding clinical research network