Psychometric Rater/Clinical Rater

Headlands Research•Baltimore, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Headlands Research is seeking a full-time Clinical Rater, Psychometrician, or Clinical Research Coordinator for Pharmasite in Pikesville, Maryland. The role conducts neurocognitive and psychiatric assessments with adult and geriatric participants in FDA-regulated clinical trials involving Alzheimer’s disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment, depression, anxiety, and Parkinson’s disease. The position is onsite, with no remote work, and the clinic operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Travel is not required. Pay is $90,000–$96,000, based on relevant experience, certifications, and education. The Clinical Rater administers and scores standardized clinical scales and psychometric tests, conducts assessments with participants and caregivers, and documents study activities in compliance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice, and FDA regulations. The role works with physicians, sponsors, CROs, and internal teams to communicate assessment findings, maintain consistent and accurate ratings, and support participant safety.

Requirements

A master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Nursing, or a related field; or an RN license with at least one year of experience administering and evaluating patients using CDR and/or PACC-5 assessments; or a bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related field with at least one year of experience delegated as a Rater, Psychometrician, or Psychometrist on a clinical trial study.
Prior experience conducting cognitive assessments for adult and geriatric populations.
Strong knowledge of neurocognitive and psychiatric assessment tools, such as CDR, PACC-5, MADRS, and HAM-D.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with patients, caregivers, and research teams.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow study protocols precisely.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team.
Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Clinical Rater, Psychometrist, or Psychometrician in a clinical trial or research setting is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer and score study-specific standardized clinical scales and psychometric tests to evaluate cognitive function, disease severity or progression, and study eligibility.
Conduct in-person cognitive, diagnostic, and clinical assessments with study participants and caregivers in accordance with protocols, GCP, and FDA regulations.
Maintain consistent rating performance over time to ensure accuracy and prevent rater drift.
Communicate assessment findings to lead physicians, study sponsors, CROs, and internal teams.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation for assessments and study-related activities.
Identify and report participant safety concerns or risks according to company policy.
Offer referrals and resources to participants and their families when appropriate.