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NY592 - General Psychiatrist

Manhattan, NY

You must also provide crisis intervention, educate patients and their families about conditions and treatment options, and stay updated on the latest psychiatric research and advancements. Tagged as:

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Psychiatric APRN

Ridgewood, NJ · Hybrid

Provide medication management services grounded in the latest psychiatric research and clinical guidelines. Professional Growth Opportunities: Access ongoing training, clinical supervision (if needed ...

HIAAH

Psychiatric APRN

Ridgewood, NJ · Hybrid

$50 - $100/hr

Provide medication management services grounded in the latest psychiatric research and clinical guidelines. * Professional Growth Opportunities: Access ongoing training, clinical supervision (if ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for psychiatric research in the United States is $111,406.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $131,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel in psychiatric research, you typically need a background in psychology, psychiatry, or a related field, strong analytical skills, and experience with research methodologies. Familiarity with statistical software (such as SPSS or R), IRB protocols, and clinical trial management systems is often required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills will help you collaborate on multidisciplinary projects and effectively present findings. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring research validity, ethical compliance, and impactful contributions to advancing mental health knowledge.

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A typical day in psychiatric research may involve designing study protocols, recruiting and interviewing research participants, collecting and analyzing clinical data, and collaborating with other researchers or clinicians. You may also spend time writing research summaries, preparing presentations for conferences, and staying current with recent scientific literature. The role often requires both independent work and teamwork, as projects are usually conducted within multidisciplinary teams. This blend of responsibilities allows you to contribute directly to the advancement of mental health treatments and interventions, while continually developing your own research skills.

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A Psychiatric Research job involves studying mental health conditions, treatments, and interventions to advance the understanding of psychiatric disorders. Researchers may conduct clinical trials, analyze patient data, and investigate biological, psychological, or social factors affecting mental health. Their work helps develop new therapies, improve existing treatments, and inform public health policies. Roles can vary from laboratory research to applied clinical studies, depending on the specific focus of the research.

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Infographic showing various Psychiatric Research job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 43% Full Time, 51% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,406 per year, or $53.6 per hour.

Clinical Research Assistant (CRA)

Lighthouse Psychiatry Brain Health Center

Gilbert, AZ • On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) (Psychiatry)
Lighthouse Psychiatry
Location: Arizona (On-Site – Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $38,000 – $48,000 annually, based on experience, certifications, and scope of responsibility
Department: Clinical Research & Interventional Psychiatry

About Lighthouse Psychiatry:
Lighthouse Psychiatry is a modern outpatient mental health practice delivering evidence-based and interventional psychiatric care, including medication management, TMS, ketamine/esketamine therapy, psychotherapy, and emerging treatment modalities. Our clinical research program supports sponsor-funded and investigator-initiated trials focused on advancing psychiatric care while maintaining the highest standards of ethics, safety, and regulatory compliance. Our sponsor-funded research efforts focus on phase 2 and 3 clinical trials.
Position Summary:
Lighthouse Psychiatry is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) (Psychiatry) to manage and support psychiatric and CNS clinical trials in an outpatient setting. This role oversees day-to-day trial operations, including participant recruitment, informed consent, regulatory documentation, data management, clinical rating (if applicable), and compliance with GCP, IRB, FDA, and HIPAA standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Trial Coordination:
  • Coordinate psychiatry and mental health clinical trials from study start-up through close-out.
  • Execute study protocols in compliance with ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, IRB approvals, and sponsor requirements.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between investigators, sponsors, CROs, monitors, and IRBs.
  • Prepare for and participate in monitoring visits, audits, and inspections.
Participant Recruitment & Management:
  • Screen, recruit, consent, and enroll participants for psychiatric research studies.
  • Conduct research visits, assessments, and protocol-required procedures under investigator delegation.
  • Phlebotomy, IV access.
  • Collect body fluid samples (blood, urine, etc).
  • Monitor participant safety, report adverse events, and document protocol deviations.
  • Maintain strong participant retention through ongoing communication and follow-up.
Regulatory & Compliance:
  • Prepare and maintain regulatory binders and essential study documentation.
  • Submit IRB applications, amendments, and continuing reviews.
  • Track investigator credentials, training logs, and delegation of authority.
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA and human-subject protection requirements.
Data Management:
  • Collect and document accurate source data and enter data into EDC systems.
  • Resolve data queries and discrepancies in collaboration with sponsors and monitors.
  • Maintain audit-ready documentation and data integrity.
Collaboration & Research Support:
  • Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, medical assistants, and administrative staff to integrate research into clinical workflows.
  • Support feasibility assessments, study start-up activities, and investigator-initiated research efforts.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Research, Psychology, Neuroscience, Public Health, Nursing, or related field.
  • 1–3+ years of clinical research experience, preferably in psychiatry, behavioral health, or CNS trials.
  • Knowledge of GCP, IRB processes, informed consent, and FDA-regulated clinical trials.
  • Phlebotomy certified.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in psychiatry, interventional psychiatry, or mental health clinical trials.
  • Familiarity with psychiatric rating scales (MADRS, HAM-D, HAM-A, MINI, PHQ-9, GAD-7, CGI, C-SSRS, PCL-5, ATRQ, etc).
  • Experience with EDC, CTMS, CRIO, EMA Wellness, and electronic source systems.
  • CCRC, CCRP, or equivalent clinical research certification.
  • Outpatient or private-practice research experience.

Key Skills & Competencies (Keywords):
  • Clinical Research Coordinator.
  • CRC.
  • Clinical Research Assistant.
  • CRA.
  • Psychiatry Research.
  • Behavioral Health.
  • CNS Trials.
  • GCP.
  • IRB.
  • FDA Compliance.
  • Informed Consent.
  • Patient Recruitment.
  • EDC.
  • CTMS.
  • Data Entry.
  • Regulatory Binder.
  • Mental Health Research.
  • Outpatient Psychiatry.
  • CRIO.
  • Psychedelics.
  • Clinical Trials.
  • Nurses (RN).
  • Medical Assistant (MA).
  • Post-graduate International Medical Graduate (IMG).

Why Join Lighthouse Psychiatry:
  • Competitive pay aligned with experience and certification.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge psychiatric and interventional research.
  • Collaborative outpatient clinical environment.
  • Career growth opportunities in clinical research and mental health innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Lighthouse Psychiatry is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Join Lighthouse Psychiatry clinical research team today!
Competitive pay aligned with experience and certification.

About Lighthouse Psychiatry Brain Health Center:

Lighthouse Psychiatry is dedicated to providing a patient-centric and quality-focused experience that is grounded in safety, personalization, innovation, and clinical research. No two individuals are alike. Thus, our approach to care delivery incorporates customized treatment solutions tailored to the clinical and mental needs and challenges of the individual. Our integrative services including psychiatric medication management, counseling, TMS, qEEG, Spravato, ketamine, ADHD testing and treatment, and clinical research of novel treatments. We treat our patients as people.