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Los Angeles, California

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Sub Investigator) - Part-time

Physician AssistantPart-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$90/hr

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Job Description

Company Description

M3 Wake Research is an integrated network of premier investigational sites meeting the clinical research needs of global biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, pharmaceutical and clinical research organizations (CROs).

With close to 30 owned and managed research sites across the country, M3 Wake Research is one of the largest independent, multi-site clinical research companies in the US.

M3 Wake Research continues to grow through acquisitions and uncompromising commitment to careful planning and execution in accordance with regulatory compliance.

Conducting studies since 1984, M3 Wake Research owns a proprietary patient database of potential clinical trial participants across the US. As of today, our board-certified physicians have completed more than 7,000+ successful clinical trials, while consistently exceeding sponsor expectations for integrity, timeliness, subject enrollment, human protection, and expeditious delivery of accurate evaluable data.

We are looking for a Sub-Investigator to join our growing team. This position is a part-time onsite role at our Encino, CA site. Typical working hours will be between 20-25/hr per week. Location: 5400 Balboa blvd suite #120 Encino, CA 91316

Job Description

The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (Sub-Investigator) plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and quality of clinical trials by ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, IRB requirements, and OMRC policies.

In collaboration with the Principal Investigator (PI) or Medical Director, this position is responsible for accurately performing study visit procedures and collecting patient data in accordance with study protocols, while safeguarding the health, safety, and well-being of research participants.

The NP/PA Sub-Investigator may also support select studies in a limited capacity as a Study Coordinator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Reviews, comprehends, and adheres to assigned study protocol.
  • Assists trial Investigators in screening and review of potential study participants' eligibility.
  • Conducts subject visits.
  • Maintains case report forms, patient charts and documentation.
  • Ensures that all clinical activities are carried out in accordance with established research protocol and standards in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedural requirements.
  • Collects and enters data as necessary.
  • Reviews lab results, imaging reports, and other study-specific reports.
  • Completes required protocol training

Qualifications

Requirements

  • Master’s Degree required
  • Licensed Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
  • At least 2 years of clinical research or sub-investigator experience is ideal, but not required
  • Phlebotomy training required
  • IV and infusion experience required
  • Sound knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH-Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and ISOs
  • Solid teamwork, organizational, interpersonal, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills

Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills

  • Ability to multi-task, work under time constraints, work independently and cooperatively with interdisciplinary teams
  • Strong computer skills in appropriate software and related company clinical systems is required

Ideal Experience

Candidates with a minimum of 1 year experience performing psychometric rating scales in a clinical setting or for clinical trials

Additional Information

About M3

M3 USA is at the forefront of healthcare innovation, offering digital solutions across healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and more. Since our inception in 2000, we’ve seen remarkable growth, fueled by our mission to utilize the internet for a healthier world and more efficient healthcare systems.

Our success is anchored in our trusted digital platforms that engage physician communities globally, facilitating impactful medical education, precise job placement, and insightful market research. M3 USA prides itself on a dynamic and innovative work environment where every team member contributes to global health advancements.

Joining M3 USA means being part of a dedicated team striving to make a significant difference in healthcare. We provide a unique opportunity for you to be at the cutting edge of healthcare innovation, shaping the future in a meaningful career. Embrace the chance to drive change with M3 USA.

Benefits

A career opportunity with M3 Wake Research offers competitive wages of $50/hr - $90/hr for this role.

*M3 reserves the right to change this job description to meet the business needs of the organization

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Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will ensure clinical trial integrity by maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and study protocols. They will perform study visit procedures, collect patient data, and assist investigators in screening participants.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

IV infusionICH-GCPPatient data collectionStudy protocol complianceClinical documentationMulti-tasking

Clinical Research — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 40 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 45% have no call, 53% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$146k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $132k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

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Living in Los Angeles

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$923k
Typical market rent
$2,778/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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