Nurse Practitioner - Plymouth, MA - Clinical Research
About The Position
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 At Headlands Research, diversity is not just a goal — it is foundational to how we advance medicine. We are committed to improving representation in clinical research and ensuring patients from all backgrounds have access to innovative treatment opportunities. From the patients we serve to the teams we build, inclusivity is embedded into everything we do. Make a Meaningful Impact in Dementia & Neurology Research Headlands Research Eastern Massachusetts, in partnership with Seacoast Neurology Group, is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing clinical research team as a Sub-Investigator in Plymouth, Massachusetts. This role is ideal for an advanced provider who is passionate about caring for adult and geriatric patients - particularly those affected by Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other neurological conditions - and who wants to play a direct role in advancing future treatments through clinical research. We are especially interested in connecting with providers who live within a commutable distance to Plymouth and who value building strong relationships with patients and caregivers in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant preferred; willing to consider new graduates
- Current and unencumbered NP or PA license in the state of Massachusetts required
- Experience working with adult and geriatric patient populations required
- Prior experience caring for patients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, neurology, geriatrics, psychiatry, primary care, or related specialties strongly preferred
- Clinical research experience preferred, but not required
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with cognitively impaired patients and caregivers
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Professional, dependable, and collaborative demeanor
- Passion for direct patient interaction and advancing medical research
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety and welfare of clinical trial participants
- Conduct medical history reviews and physical examinations
- Evaluate potential study participants according to protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria
- Review EKGs, laboratory results, and other clinical assessments
- Provide medical oversight and care throughout study participation
- Develop strong rapport with dementia patients and caregivers through compassionate communication
- Collaborate closely with neurologists, research coordinators, and sponsor representatives
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of assigned research protocols
- Attend Investigator Meetings on behalf of the Principal Investigator as needed
- Support high-quality data collection and protocol compliance
- Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and strong patient-centered communication
Benefits
- Meaningful Work in Dementia Research
- Collaborative Neurology-Focused Environment
- Supportive, High-Performing Culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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