Psychometric Rater at Tekton Research Inc

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychometric rating, Clinical research, Medical history review, Patient interviewing, GCP compliance, FDA regulations, Clinical trial protocols, Data documentation, Communication skills, Organizational skills, Interpersonal skills, Microsoft applications, Electronic health records, Attention to detail, Time management, Confidentiality

Industry

Research Services

Description

The Psychometric Rater will be responsible for interviewing research participants and their informants/caregivers, who are being evaluated to participate in a research study for various health conditions, in compliance with study protocol, SOPs, GCP, ICH, and FDA Regulations. **This is a remote opportunity. Preference for candidates residing in Atlanta, GA. Will require up to 50%-70% travel. Essential Job Duties: Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: * Reviewing the subject's medical history, meeting with potential subjects, collecting information through a prescreening interview and discussing with the Study team criteria for eligibility for a particular study. * Conducting a variety of psychometric rating scales on subjects with various diagnoses (such as ADHD, Alzheimer's Disease, Bipolar Disorder, GAD, Major Depressive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Substance Use Disorders, Epilepsy, Anxiety Disorders, and Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective Disorder) for our clinical trials, in compliance with specific study protocols, FDA, GCP, ICH, and privacy guidelines. * Ability and willingness to travel to other Tekton sites to conduct ratings when needed. * Ensuring the subject's safety by responding appropriately to any potential for harm to self or others that are identified through the evaluations performed. * Working closely with other site staff and business development to promote Tekton and our sites to sponsors and CROs for new studies. * Attendance and presentations at conferences when needed. * Calculating and utilizing rating scale results as appropriate to determine protocol eligibility. * Meet with Sponsors, Study Monitors, and Medical Monitors as needed to address questions regarding ratings. * Working diligently to maintain consistency in the performance of ratings. Reviewing ratings across studies and subjects to ensure efficacy and consistency. * Maintaining source documentation in accordance with ALCOA-C standards and completing all monitor and sponsor queries. * Completing all sponsor-assigned training and meetings to obtain rater certification and re-certification per protocols requirements. * Attending and successfully completing all company training programs; participating in webinars and other study meetings as needed. * Maintaining confidentiality of subjects, customers, and company information. * Performing all other duties as requested or assigned. Minimum Qualifications: * A Bachelors degree in a related field with a Master's degree strongly preferred AND 1+ years' experience performing psychometric rating scales in a clinical setting or for clinical trials, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. * Current or previous certifications to rate the following scales is highly preferred: SCID-5-CT, MINI, LSAS, HAM-A/D, C-SSRS, MADRS, MGH-ATRQ, ISI, NPI, CGI, HDRS-17, PANSS, YMRS, MMSE, ADAS-COG, CDR, RBANS, and MOCA. * Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) proficiency is a plus. * Experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator at a research site is a plus. Required Skills: * Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, electronic health records, and web applications, and the ability to type proficiently (40+ wpm); * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Well-developed written and verbal communication skills. * Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to work well independently as well as with co-workers, subjects, managers, and external customers. * Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks, and adapt to changes in workloads and priorities. * Must be professional, respectful of others, self-motivated, and have a strong work ethic. * Must possess a high degree of integrity and dependability. * Ability to work under minimal supervision, identify problems and implement solutions. * Ability to handle highly sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner, and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines. * Ability to travel up to 50-70%

Responsibilities

The Psychometric Rater conducts clinical interviews and psychometric rating scales for research participants in compliance with study protocols and regulatory standards. They also collaborate with site staff and sponsors to ensure data consistency and maintain accurate source documentation.