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Headlands Research
Riverside, California

Part-time Psychiatrist - Clinical Research

PsychiatryPart-Time

Listed compensation

$130-$160/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

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Job Description

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

Diversity isn't just a checkbox for us—it's central to our mission. We're committed to advancing medical science by promoting diversity in every facet of clinical trial research. From our team composition to participant demographics, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do.

The Role of a Lifetime

Are you ready to make a difference? We're seeking a part-time experienced psychiatrist to help us grow our clinical research site at Artemis Institute for Clinical Research in Riverside, CA. Ideally, this person would work up to any 3 days per week Monday through Thursday, during the hours of 8:00am to 2:00pm.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee clinical trials conducted at Headlands Research sites, ensuring compliance with protocol requirements, regulatory standards, and ethical guidelines.

Provide leadership and mentorship to site staff, fostering a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and professionalism within the research team.

Participate in investigator meetings and educational initiatives to stay updated on advancements in clinical research and diversity initiatives.

  • Obtain IRB approval for study initiation and any protocol modifications.
  • Oversee subject safety, trial conduct compliance, and the informed consent process.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders including sponsors, monitors, regulators, and research network leadership.
  • Provide ongoing training and support to research staff.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator for clinical research trials is a huge plus, but willing to consider those without.

  • Eligible for or active unencumbered license to practice as an MD or DO within the state of California required
  • Must be board-certified or board-eligible.

Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with sponsors, research teams, and external stakeholders.

Familiarity with regulatory requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and industry best practices in clinical research.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

  • California Pay Range
  • $130—$160 USD

Headlands Research will never ask a candidate for personal identifiable information (date of birth, social security number, driver’s license information, etc) via email or messenger tools, or for a financial deposit of any kind.

Headlands Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Need Assistance?

Headlands Research is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact recruiting@headlandsresearch.com for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

PsychiatryRegulatory Compliance

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 73% are remote, 65% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$302k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $272k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

How many Psychiatry jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$270k–$333kPsychiatry median $291k (middle half $218k–$353k)29 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$272k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Psychiatry listings in California195 active1,917 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 73% remote · 65% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia Physician listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 30% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Psychiatry hiring demand#27 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 34 days · 28% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 728 postings, 654 closed
New Psychiatry listings1,321 in the last 30 days1,073 the 30 days before (+23%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Headlands Researchsilver tier, 71/100Top Employers work-life index10 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Psychiatrist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

31 jobs · 12 employers
9
<$425k
9
$425k-445k
6
$445k-465k
4
$465k-485k
3
$500k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

30 jobs · 12 employers
401k / retirement match
90%
Sign-on bonus
87%
CME allowance
30%
Visa sponsorship
10%
Loan repayment
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Collaborating Psychiatrist

Eleanor Health · Ohio

$200-$250/hr
#2

Collaborating Psychiatrist

Eleanor Health · Georgia

$200-$250/hr
#3

Telehealth Psychiatrist (MD/DO) – California Licensed

$195-$225/hr
#4

Telehealth Psychiatrist (MD/DO) – Montana Licensed

$190-$225/hr
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 4.8
Better work-life than 30% of Psychiatry listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,903 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Riverside

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$598k
Typical market rent
$2,427/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.4
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.