Principle Investigator

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Summary

The Principle Investigator is responsible for providing medical oversight for the clinical studies which are conducted by SGS Stephens.

Reporting Line

Directly reports to the Chief Scientific Director of US Cosmetics & Hygiene

Jobs Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist SGS-STEPHENS Research Centers (RRC) with ordering prescription products and devices from pharmacies and professional retailers for clinical trial use;
• Either treat or help to coordinate temporary medical treatment of subjects experiencing an adverse reaction in conjunction with a clinical trial;
• Agree to maintain appropriate records, reports, notes and correspondence necessary and appropriate in connection with all professional and management services rendered by under this Agreement;
• Notify SGS-STEPHENS within 48 hours of any debarment or pending action or threat of debarment under the provisions of the Generic Drug Enforcement Act of 1992, 21 U.S.C. §335(a) and (b) or other medical licensing boards or regulatory bodies that affect the ability to execute the duties as medical director.;
• Identify other medical professionals (physicians, dentists, podiatrists, estheticians and health professionals, etc. in other medical specialties) to serve as Investigator, Sub-Investigator or supporting staff on studies;
• Make every reasonable effort to meet with clients and potential clients at meetings (e.g., American Academy of Dermatology or the American Academy of Ophthalmology) and other mutually agreed to meetings;
• Allow the use of the Medical Director’s name and image (photograph) and when appropriate voice by SGS-STEPHENS for marketing literature, website, presentations, technical posters and research articles;
• Participate in technical and marketing presentations, as needed and
• Promote the business of SGS-STEPHENS especially with current and new cosmetics, medical device nutritional supplements and pharmaceutical clients.
• Serve as Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator on selected studies, as required and as confirmed by the study protocol
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises others: No
• Has hiring and terminating responsibilities: No
• Number of employees directly reporting to this job: 0

Education and Experience

• Required:
• MD, DO or equivalent medical degree
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a practicing physician

Licenses / Certification

• If MD, DO or equivalent degree, must have graduated from accredited medical school and completed internship, and residency requirement
• Board eligible or board certified in relevant specialty in the US
• Active medical license in the state where SGS-clinical testing center is located
• Active DEA registration number

Knowledge / Skills / Abilites

• Language Skills: English Basic level of knowledge required; other languages are a PLUS
• Mathematical Skills: Basic
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Average level required
• Computer Skills: MS Office Suite – Basic user proficiency required; ability to access and enter grading scores and subject notes into an electronic data entry system
• Willingness to complete SGS-Stephens GCP training requirements for being a clinical investigator
• Ability to work in team environment and maintain professional behavior
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail

Travel

• Not applicable

Equipment and Procedures

• Employee in this role will evaluate subjects, operate medical and surgical equipment, administer medical treatment and procedures such as anesthesia, skin biopsies, injectables, skin sutures, laser treatments, skin resurfacing, microneedles, perform skin sampling procedures, skin lancing, specimen collection, eye and eye area exams and treatments, oversee EKG, blood pressure and ocular pressure measurements as well as operate phones and computer

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

Physical/Sensory Demands Frequency Requirements:

• Stand - Frequently
• Move or traverse - Frequently
• Sit - Occasionally
• Use hands - Frequently
• Reach with hands and arms - Frequently
• Climb or balance - Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl - Frequently
• Talk/hear - Occasionally
• Taste/Smell - Constantly
• Lift/carry/push or pull - Frequently
• Lift/carry/push or pull up to 50 pounds

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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