Psychometric Rater

At K2 Medical Research, we are transforming healthcare by delivering tomorrow’s treatments today. As a rapidly growing clinical research organization across Florida, Tennessee, and Rhode Island, we lead multiphasic trials in therapeutic areas ranging from neurodegenerative to cardiometabolic medicine. Our culture is grounded in clinical excellence and a patient-first mission.

About the role

We are seeking mission-driven individuals ready to play a meaningful role in bringing life-changing treatments to the patients who need them most. The Psychometric Rater supports our clinic out of The Villages, FL, administering and interpreting quantitative and qualitative tests as part of a clinical team investigating pharmaceutical treatments for disease states including Alzheimer’s disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Depression, Anxiety, and Parkinson’s Disease.

This position ensures data collection aligns with the company’s philosophy and mission, as well as specific scale administration guidelines. The Psychometric Rater follows study-specific protocol guidelines and collaborates with Investigators, clinic staff, sponsoring agencies, and others to perform required testing and related research activities. All duties are carried out in accordance with company policies and SOPs, Good Clinical Practice, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cognitive, diagnostic, and clinical assessments of study participants, as well as caregiver interviews for clinical trials under the direction of a supervising Principal Investigator in accordance with FDA, GCP, and protocol guidelines.
• Actively work to maintain consistency in the performance of ratings over time for individual subjects to ensure efficacy and prevent rater drift.
• Articulate ratings issues to CRO and/or Sponsor, Principal or Sub-Investigator, and other members of the study team.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely visit source documentation as well as sponsor-required information.
• Respond promptly to questions and feedback regarding rating assessments.
• Ensure subject safety by appropriately assessing and responding to any potential for harm to self or others and reporting it per company policy.
• Facilitate professional and timely communication with subjects, study staff, referral sources, Sponsor and/or CRO, Monitors, Auditors, and any central rating organizations hired by the Sponsor.
• Complete all study queries in a timely manner.
• Conduct telephone screens and pre-screens, as needed.
• Supervise study lead duties over a minimum of 4 studies, including weekly schedule checks for at least 2 coordinators.
• Administer protocol-specific scales and evaluate results to determine protocol eligibility under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
• Administer and score psychometric tests for clinical trial participants in accordance with the visit schedule outlined in the study protocol.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Provide appropriate community resource referrals to subjects, caretakers, and family, as needed.
• Assist with additional tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum BS and/or BA in Psychology required; Certified Psychometrist recommended.
• Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• At least 2 years of psychometric and/or clinical research experience.
• Experience with cognitive assessments in adults and geriatric populations.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.

Skills

• Genuine interest in cognitive and/or mental health research.
• Ability to demonstrate situational awareness and empathy while working with patients of diminished mental capacity within research protocol guidelines.
• Clear and effective communication (written and oral).
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong critical thinking and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to support and demonstrate the mission and goals of the company.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options.
• Supplemental insurance plans.
• 401(k) with immediate employer match.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.

Schedule

Four-day work week, consisting of 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday. Fridays are reserved only for critical business needs or administrative tasks.