Clinical Research Physician (Early Phase Clinical Unit)

Job description

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve. At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do. Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference. Clinical Research Physician – Early Phase Clinical Unit (EPCU) Location: Baltimore, Maryland Join a highly collaborative Early Phase Clinical Unit at the forefront of innovative therapies. We are seeking a team‑oriented Clinical Research Physician who thrives in a fast‑paced, highly specialized research environment and is passionate about mentoring and supporting clinical staff. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to clinical research, collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage directly with sponsors and partners. Schedule Full time, onsite in Baltimore, MD Monday - Friday; daytime hours Weekend On Call: Every 3-4 weekends Key Responsibilities Serve as Investigator on assigned studies, ensuring all responsibilities are executed in alignment with protocol and regulatory requirements. Support the implementation and use of ClinBase™ within the EPCU. Uphold Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and internal quality standards. Assist in medical and clinical oversight of EPCU operations, including training and performance input for clinical staff. Review laboratory data, conduct physical assessments, obtain medical histories, and evaluate inclusion/exclusion criteria for study participants. Participate in the review and coding of adverse events and concomitant medications. Provide medical consultation to sponsors, clients, and EPCU staff as needed. Contribute to the development and review of clinical protocols, study reports, and related documentation. Participate in the EPCU physician on‑call rotation and general coverage schedule. Build and maintain strong working relationships with sponsors, clients, MedStar Health staff, and external medical consultants. Review safety data—including adverse events, labs, and vital signs—to identify trends and ensure appropriate follow‑up. Support preparation of safety reports for regulatory agencies and sponsors. Ensure timelines and quality standards for assigned projects are consistently met. Skills & Attributes Strong leadership, mentoring and communication skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment. Sound clinical judgment and ethical decision‑making. Ability to manage multiple tasks and collaborate effectively across teams. Knowledge & Experience Minimum two years of clinical practice experience; board certification in Emergency or Internal Medicine preferred. Clinical or pharmaceutical research experience desirable. Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in the state of Maryland. Familiarity with FDA‑regulated drug development processes is beneficial. ACLS #LI-SM1 EEO Disclaimer Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.