Clinical Research Principal Investigator (Psychiatrist, MD)

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Research Principal Investigator (Psychiatrist, MD) at Elevate Clinical Research a 4.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Psychiatry physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Psychiatry position at Elevate Clinical Research is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This position is based in Houston, Texas.

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Clinical Research, Psychiatry, Principal Investigator, Regulatory Compliance, Psychiatric Evaluations, Diagnostic Assessments, Study Oversight, Rater Quality. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The Principal Investigator will lead psychiatric clinical trials, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and ICH-GCP guidelines. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, overseeing study visits, and ensuring subject safety and data integrity.