Clinical Rater

CenExel•Atlanta, GA

4d•$65,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Rater performs clinical and neurocognitive test evaluations, interviews, and ratings of study participants according to study protocols. The role administers and scores assessments to confirm diagnoses and evaluate cognitive, neuropsychological, behavioral, and functional status across neuroscience therapeutic areas. The position supports clinical trial data integrity, participant management, and compliance with applicable regulations, good clinical practices, site procedures, protocols, and company policies. This is an onsite position in an indoor clinic environment. CenExel describes its work environment as supportive of teamwork, positive leadership, and work-life balance. The stated annual salary range is $65,000–$95,000, depending on education, experience, and skillset. Full-time employees become eligible for the listed benefits after 30 days of employment.

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.
Organizational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain records.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with study participants, families, staff, and the public.
Ability to complete paperwork precisely and with attention to detail.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to report to work as scheduled.

Responsibilities

Administer clinical rating scales to study participants to confirm diagnoses and determine current levels of psychopathology and functioning.
Complete organizational queries regarding clinical scales and neuropsychological ratings.
Use interpersonal and clinical skills to support appropriate management of study participants across neuroscience therapeutic areas.
Participate in ongoing knowledge acquisition and instruction.
Assist management in maintaining a positive, motivated work environment.
Assist the Principal Investigator in maintaining the integrity of data derived from clinical rating scales and neurocognitive testing across studies.
Maintain continuity of data collection during absences of ratings staff, including documenting consensus between backup and primary raters.
Conduct clinical research consensus rounds concerning accurate signal detection in clinical subject ratings.
Participate, at the PI’s discretion and according to 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, Good Clinical Practices, CenExel standard operating procedures, site working practices, study protocols, and company guidelines and policies.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.