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Last updated: May 25, 2026
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Supportive, High-Performing Culture
Our teams value professionalism, accountability, compassion, and collaboration. You will be supported by experienced research staff while having the opportunity to grow your clinical research experience and leadership skills.
Location: Onsite in Plymouth, Massachusetts (no remote or hybrid opportunities)
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday through Friday
Pay: $120,000 - 140,000/yr (dependent upon years of experience, certifications, and education)
Ensure the safety and welfare of clinical trial participants
Conduct medical history reviews and physical examinations
Evaluate potential study participants according to protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria
Review EKGs, laboratory results, and other clinical assessments
Provide medical oversight and care throughout study participation
Develop strong rapport with dementia patients and caregivers through compassionate communication
Collaborate closely with neurologists, research coordinators, and sponsor representatives
Maintain in-depth knowledge of assigned research protocols
Attend Investigator Meetings on behalf of the Principal Investigator as needed
Support high-quality data collection and protocol compliance
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and strong patient-centered communication
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant preferred; willing to consider new graduates
Current and unencumbered NP or PA license in the state of Massachusetts required
Experience working with adult and geriatric patient populations required
Prior experience caring for patients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, neurology, geriatrics, psychiatry, primary care, or related specialties strongly preferred
Clinical research experience preferred, but not required
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with cognitively impaired patients and caregivers
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Professional, dependable, and collaborative demeanor
Passion for direct patient interaction and advancing medical research
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment
About Headlands Research
Headlands Research is a leading integrated clinical trial site network with a mission to improve lives by advancing innovative medical therapies. Our sites partner with sponsors and CROs to conduct high-quality clinical trials across a variety of therapeutic areas while delivering exceptional patient care and operational excellence.
At our Eastern Massachusetts site, we are proud to partner closely with Seacoast Neurology Group to advance neurological and dementia-focused research within the local community.
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.
