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Atlanta, Georgia

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Sub Investigator) - PRN

Nurse PractitionerPer Diem Physician-Supervised State

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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 PRN, onsite role at our Atlanta, GA site. This is a 1099 contract position. Typical working hours will be between 20-25/hr per week. Location: 755 Mt Vernon Highway NE, Suite 250, Atlanta, GA 30328

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
  • Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Phlebotomy training required
  • IV and infusion experience preferred
  • 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
  • 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.

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

Key Responsibilities

The Sub-Investigator will perform study visit procedures and collect patient data in accordance with clinical trial protocols. They will also ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while safeguarding the health and safety of research participants.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Protocol compliancePatient data collectionIV infusionICH-GCPSubject screeningMedical documentationInterdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical Research — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 64% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

M3USA holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 7 active listings.

Nurse Practitioner pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 1.5
Below most Nurse Practitioner roles listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 14,216 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Atlanta

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$377k
Typical market rent
$1,944/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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