Clinical Rater

CenExel•Atlanta, GA

3d•$65,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Rater performs clinical and neurocognitive evaluations, interviews, and ratings of study participants in accordance with study protocols. The role administers and scores assessments to confirm diagnoses and evaluate cognitive, neuropsychological, behavioral, and functional status. The Clinical Rater supports clinical research across multiple neuroscience therapeutic areas, helps maintain data integrity and continuity, and works with study participants, families, staff, and investigators.

Requirements

Master’s degree and/or Ph.D./Psy.D. in Psychology or a related field.
At least 2 years of clinical experience with the mental health population.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Organization and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain records.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with study participants, families, staff, and the public.
Precision and attention to detail when completing paperwork.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Administer clinical rating scales to confirm diagnoses and determine participants’ current levels of psychopathology and function.
Complete organizational queries regarding clinical scales and neuropsychological ratings.
Use interpersonal and clinical skills to assist in managing study participants across multiple neuroscience therapeutic areas.
Participate in ongoing learning and instruction.
Assist management in maintaining a positive, motivated work environment.
Assist the Principal Investigator in maintaining the integrity of data from clinical rating scales and neurocognitive testing for all studies.
Maintain continuity of data collection during rating staff absences, including documenting consensus between backup and primary raters.
Conduct clinical research consensus rounds concerning accurate signal detection in clinical subject ratings.
Participate, at the Principal Investigator’s discretion and as required by protocol, in assessments of prescreened and screening patients.
Complete required study-specific training in a timely manner.
Support and ensure adherence to FDA regulations, ICH, GCP, company and site procedures, study protocols, and company guidelines and policies.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.