Principal Investigator (Psychiatrist) – Clinical Research - Chicago, IL
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The IMA Group
Chicago, IL, US
Summary
Serve as the Principal Investigator for psychiatry-focused clinical trials, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and GCP. Responsibilities include evaluating participant eligibility, monitoring safety, and collaborating with sponsors for successful trial execution.
Job Description
Principal Investigator (Psychiatrist) – Clinical Research | Part-Time | Chicago, IL
IMA Clinical Research is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist (MD/DO) to join our team in Chicago, IL as a Principal Investigator. This part-time opportunity is ideal for psychiatrists interested in advancing innovative mental health treatments through clinical research in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.
Schedule: 2–3 days per week, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
Compensation: $175–$200 per hour
What You'll Do:
- Serve as Principal Investigator for psychiatry-focused clinical trials
- Ensure compliance with study protocols, FDA regulations, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Evaluate and determine participant eligibility
- Monitor participant safety and oversee adverse event reporting
- Maintain accurate study documentation
- Collaborate with sponsors and research staff to ensure successful trial execution
What You'll Bring:
- MD or DO with an active, unrestricted Illinois medical license (or ability to obtain)
- Board Certification in Psychiatry
- Previous clinical research or Principal Investigator experience preferred
- Excellent communication, clinical judgment, and organizational skills
Why Join IMA Clinical Research?
- Flexible part-time schedule (2–3 days per week)
- No nights, weekends, or on-call responsibilities
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking psychiatric research
- Collaborative, mission-driven research team dedicated to improving patient care
The IMA Group is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Our Government Services Division supports local, state, and federal agencies and delivers professional and objective medical and psychological examinations as well as ancillary services. Our Payer Services Division meets the evaluation and screening needs of Carriers, TPAs, Public Entities and Employers and includes behavioral health and physical medicine specialty services, working with a wide range of organizations within the workers' compensation, disability, liability, and auto markets. Our Clinical Research Division performs all types of Phase II-IV clinical trials in multiple therapeutic areas through a flexible nationwide network of site locations and virtual capabilities. #LI-RC1 #LI-ONSITE
For over 30 years, The IMA Group has been dedicated to enhancing the livelihood and productivity of individuals and organizations navigating challenging periods of health, work and disability while actively contributing to the development of new medical treatments and clinical advancements. With thousands of licensed providers and over 150 offices nationwide, IMA is able to serve national needs while maintaining a regional focus.
IMA has two divisions: Evaluation Services including Government and Payer and a Clinical Research Site Network. We provide medical and psychological evaluations and other ancillary services to federal, state, and local governments and agencies, commercial insurers, TPAs and corporate clients. Our Clinical Research Division specializes in Phase II, III, and IV clinical trials in multiple therapeutic areas through our nationwide multi-site network.
Founded
1990
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Tarrytown, NY
For over 30 years, The IMA Group has been dedicated to enhancing the livelihood and productivity of individuals and organizations navigating challenging periods of health, work and disability while actively contributing to the development of new medical treatments and clinical advancements. With thousands of licensed providers and over 150 offices nationwide, IMA is able to serve national needs while maintaining a regional focus.
IMA has two divisions: Evaluation Services including Government and Payer and a Clinical Research Site Network. We provide medical and psychological evaluations and other ancillary services to federal, state, and local governments and agencies, commercial insurers, TPAs and corporate clients. Our Clinical Research Division specializes in Phase II, III, and IV clinical trials in multiple therapeutic areas through our nationwide multi-site network.
Founded
1990
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Tarrytown, NY
