When transitioning out of clinical practice, many physicians are seeking more flexibility and also want to continue contributing to progressing health and science. My guest today, Dr. Jill Miracle, found a role that checks both of these boxes: working as a principal investigator for a contract research organization (CRO). Dr. Miracle will discuss why she was experiencing burnout in her role as an infectious disease doctor, how her new career provides a better work-life balance, and how you can explore being a principal investigator. 

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode120

 

In this episode we’re talking about:

• Dr. Miracle’s path from ID doc to principal investigator
• What exactly is a principal investigator
• How work-life balance can influence your career journey
• Whether additional training is needed to be a principal investigator
• Jill’s day-to-day work in her current role and how she connects with patients
• What types of physicians are best suited for this role
• Typical compensation and how to get started as a principal investigator

 

Links for this episode:

Clinical Trial Site - Here you can search on the clinical trials in your area and see if they need a sub-investigator. 

LinkedIn for Physicians Course - This fun course shows you how to create a stand-out profile on LinkedIn and use the powerful features to advance your career goals. The short video lessons guide you step-by-step on how to grow your connections, network successfully, and search for and apply to jobs. Included are cheat sheets for each lesson, examples of physician profiles, and a bonus PDF on how to rock your informational interviews.