Work Location: Jefferson Parish, Louisiana

Summary:

The Clinical Rater, Psychology is responsible for conducting interviews and assessments with research participants and their caregivers for clinical studies involving various health conditions. This role ensures the accuracy and consistency of clinical trial data, maintains participant safety, and upholds data integrity in compliance with regulatory standards and study protocols.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct interviews and administer psychometric rating scales to participants and informants for clinical research studies across multiple diagnoses.
• Review medical histories, perform pre-screening interviews, and determine participant eligibility under supervision.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of assessments and study data in accordance with regulatory and protocol requirements.
• Respond to participant safety concerns, provide referrals, and report any potential harm as required by policy.
• Maintain consistency in rating performance and complete all required rater training and certifications.
• Serve as study lead for multiple concurrent studies and oversee scheduling for study coordinators.
• Communicate professionally with participants, study staff, and external partners, articulating any rating concerns or issues.
• Participate in sponsor meetings, monitor visits, training programs, and perform additional assigned duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a closely related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience administering psychometric rating scales in a clinical or clinical trial setting, or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with cognitive and clinical assessments for adult and/or geriatric populations.
• Knowledge of clinical research protocols, FDA regulations, GCP, and ICH guidelines.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail; proficiency with Microsoft Office, EHR platforms, email, and web-based applications; 40+ WPM typing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally.
• Certification or experience with rating scales such as SCID-5-CT, MINI, MADRS, HAM-D/HDRS-17, HAM-A, Y-BOCS, CAPS-5, PANSS, YMRS, MGH-ATRQ, C-SSRS, CGI-S/CGI-I, QUIDS-SR, SDMT, SCS, WPA, PHQ-9 is highly desirable.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, BLS certification, and experience supervising or mentoring junior staff in a clinical research environment are preferred.

Published Category: Clinical Operations & Development