Principal Investigator – Clinical Research

QPS, LLC • Springfield, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

QPS is seeking an experienced Principal Investigator (PI) to provide senior clinical leadership within its research unit. This role is well suited for a seasoned investigator who enjoys combining hands-on study responsibility with broader clinical oversight, continuity, and mentorship. The PI will lead assigned studies while also serving as a trusted clinical resource and back-up for PRN and Contract PIs, helping ensure consistent study conduct, regulatory compliance, and subject safety across the portfolio. This position is 100% office/lab based at QPS in Springfield, MO and offers meaningful influence over study quality and execution. QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, Early Phase Clinical and Phase II – IV Clinical Research services. To meet the needs of our clients, we strive to employ talented, caring and committed individuals who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life.

Requirements

• MD or DO (Board Certified)
• Strong working knowledge of ICH-GCP and clinical research regulations
• Experience leading clinical studies as a PI or Sub-Investigator
• Comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating across teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office and standard clinical research systems

Nice To Haves

• Endocrinology expertise or therapeutic-area experience helpful
• Candidates with a strong endocrinology background will be considered even without prior CRO experience

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical trials in accordance with ICH-GCP, federal and state regulations, and approved protocols
• Provide senior clinical oversight and continuity across studies supported by PRN and Contract PIs
• Serve as back-up PI as needed to support uninterrupted study conduct
• Ensure subject safety, rights, and confidentiality at all times
• Oversee and participate in the informed consent process, ensuring clarity, compliance, and documentation integrity
• Confirm that all subjects meet 100% of inclusion and exclusion criteria prior to dosing
• Guide, mentor, and provide clinical input to PRN and Contract PIs and study staff
• Ensure appropriate delegation, training, and maintenance of essential trial documentation
• Act as a primary point of contact with sponsors, IRBs, monitors, and auditors
• Participate in investigator meetings, monitoring visits, audits, and inspections

Benefits

• Opportunity to apply deep clinical expertise in a setting that values judgment, continuity, and scientific rigor
• Remain directly involved in study conduct while helping shape how trials are executed across the unit—without the administrative weight of formal people management
• Platform to focus on quality, mentorship, and meaningful clinical impact
• Working closely with sponsors and multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative, well-supported research environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree