Description

Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PA) – Clinical Research

Manhattan, NY

IMA Clinical Research is seeking a Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Manhattan research team. This full-time, Monday–Friday role offers the opportunity to conduct psychiatric evaluations and support innovative clinical trials in a collaborative, research-focused environment—with no nights, weekends, or on-call responsibilities.

Compensation: $130,000–$150,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric interviews and standardized rating scale assessments.
• Evaluate participant eligibility for psychiatric clinical trials.
• Perform clinical and physical assessments per study protocols.
• Collaborate with investigators, research coordinators, and study sponsors.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Participate in study trainings and investigator meetings.

Qualifications

• Active New York Physician Assistant (PA) license.
• Psychiatric, behavioral health, or mental health experience preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Interest in psychiatric clinical research and protocol-driven care.

Why Join IMA Clinical Research?

• Monday–Friday schedule
• No nights, weekends, or on-call
• Evaluation-focused role with minimal ongoing patient management
• Collaborative, team-oriented research environment
• Opportunity to contribute to advancing psychiatric treatments

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, paid holidays, family leave, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, disability, and life insurance (eligibility based on status).

The IMA Group is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Government Services Division supports local, state, and federal agencies and delivers professional and objective medical and psychological examinations as well as ancillary services. Our Payer Services Division meets the evaluation and screening needs of Carriers, TPAs, Public Entities and Employers and includes behavioral health and physical medicine specialty services, working with a wide range of organizations within the workers' compensation, disability, liability, and auto markets. Our Clinical Research Division performs all types of Phase II-IV clinical trials in multiple therapeutic areas through a flexible nationwide network of site locations and virtual capabilities.  

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