Psychometric Rater

About the Role

Alcanza is a growing multi-site, multi-phase clinical research company with a network of locations across AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MO, NV, VA, SC, TN, TX, and Puerto Rico. We specialize in Phase I-IV studies across therapeutic areas including vaccine, neurology, dermatology, psychiatry, and general medicine. As a Clinical Rater, you will interview research participants and their informants/caregivers to evaluate eligibility for research studies, ensuring compliance with study protocols, SOPs, GCP, ICH, and FDA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review subjects’ medical history, conduct prescreening interviews, and discuss eligibility criteria with the study team.
• Administer psychometric rating scales for subjects with diagnoses such as ADHD, Alzheimer’s Disease, Bipolar Disorder, GAD, Major Depressive Disorder, PTSD, Substance Use Disorders, and Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective Disorder, adhering to study protocols, FDA, GCP, ICH, and privacy guidelines.
• Ensure subject safety by responding appropriately to any identified risks of harm to self or others.
• Calculate and utilize rating scale results to determine protocol eligibility.
• Meet with Sponsors, Study Monitors, and Medical Monitors to address questions regarding ratings.
• Maintain consistency in rating performance and review ratings across studies to ensure efficacy.
• Maintain source documentation in accordance with ALCOA-C standards and complete monitor/sponsor queries.
• Complete sponsor-assigned training and meetings to obtain and maintain rater certification per protocol requirements.
• Attend and complete all company training programs, webinars, and study meetings as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of subjects, customers, and company information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree and 1+ years’ experience performing psychometric rating scales in a clinical setting or for clinical trials, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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, CGI, HDRS-17, PANSS, YMRS, ADAS-Cog, CDR, MMSE, RBANS, and MOCA.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is a plus.
• BLS certification is preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft applications, email, electronic health records, and web applications; typing speed of 40+ WPM.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively with coworkers, subjects, managers, and external customers.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, adapt to changing workloads, and prioritize effectively.
• Professional, respectful, self-motivated, and strong work ethic.
• High degree of integrity and dependability.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, identify problems, and implement solutions.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information confidentially and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (coverage starts the first day of the month following hire date).
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Health savings accounts and supplemental insurances.
• 401k plan with a safe harbor match.

About Alcanza

Alcanza Clinical Research is a national, collaborative network of clinical research sites focused on accelerating the development of new therapies by reducing barriers to clinical research participation. We conduct research on dozens of conditions across therapeutic areas including psychiatry, neurology, dermatology, and infectious disease. Our work impacts patients, scientists, and the broader medical community, as all approved medications require clinical trials.

Alcanza is a culturally competent organization that values diversity, inclusion, and respect for all individuals. We seek employees who embody our core values: Inclusive, Impactful, Compassionate, and Determined. Alcanza is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by law.