Lead and oversee Phase II-IV clinical trials, ensure protocol and regulatory compliance, evaluate participant eligibility, monitor safety, report adverse events, maintain study documentation, and collaborate with sponsors, research staff, and site leadership. This part-time Austin role requires an actively licensed, board-certified MD or DO and offers a research-focused schedule without nights, weekends, or on-call duties.
Principal Investigator (MD/DO) – Clinical Research | Part-Time | Austin, TX
IMA Clinical Research is seeking a board-certified MD or DO with a background in general medicine and/or metabolic specialties to join our Austin, TX research team as a Principal Investigator. This is an opportunity to focus on clinical research in a collaborative, patient-centered environment without the demands of traditional clinical practice.
We are seeking a physician available 2–3 days per week to provide oversight for ongoing and future clinical research studies.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and oversee clinical trials (Phase II–IV; we do not conduct Phase I studies) while ensuring compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements
- Screen and evaluate study participants to determine eligibility
- Monitor participant safety and report adverse events as required
- Maintain accurate and timely study documentation
- Collaborate with Sponsors, research staff, and site leadership to support successful trial execution
What You'll Bring:
- MD or DO with an active, unrestricted medical license
- Board certification in your specialty
- Prior experience as a Principal Investigator in clinical trials preferred (Phase II–IV trial experience a plus)
- Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and communication skills
Why Join Us:
- Flexible part-time schedule (2–3 days per week)
- No nights, weekends, or on-call responsibilities
- Research-focused role with meaningful patient impact
- Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
Benefits Include:
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
Benefit eligibility is based on hours worked.
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
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