Clinical Specialist/Rater

IQVIA Argentina; Reading; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A global leader in clinical research services seeks a Clinical Specialist Consultant to ensure assessments in clinical trials are conducted reliably. This part-time role involves evaluating scales, interacting with raters, and requires a Master's degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience. Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential for this role, which can be performed remotely.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience administering psychiatric assessments.
• Experience in CNS trials preferred.
• Fluency in English and a native speaker in the language needed for the trial.

Responsibilities

• Review scales and ensure assessments are standardized.
• Evaluate case data and prepare for discussions with raters.
• Responsible for timely submission of all documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem-solving

Computer proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Psychiatric Nursing or Social Work

MD, DO or PhD preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clinical Specialist Consultant

Location:Remote/virtual

Hours:Estimated 10-16h/month

Role:Clinical Specialist

Job Description:

The Clinical Specialist reviews scales administered by raters in a clinical trial to ensure that assessments are being conducted in a standardized manner to ensure data reliability. The quality of assessments is evaluated, and live interaction with raters is conducted to discuss assessment methodology, scoring technique, and to provide guidance, as necessary. Other Clinical Specialist responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, functional assessments of rater performance (e.g., mock interview) and assistance in preparing and disseminating communications.

Required Experience, Knowledge, Skills:

• Minimum of a Master’s degree (MA/MS) in Psychology, Counseling, Psychiatric Nursing or Social Work, or equivalent.MD, DO or PhD preferred

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience administering psychiatric assessments, ratings scales and/or structured clinical interviews.

• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience with related psychiatric populations.

• Minimum of 3 years experience with administering scales in clinical research trials (not including graduate/doctoral research work).

• Experience in central nervous system (CNS) trials preferred.

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of personnel and clientele in a professional manner.

• Excellent organization, attention to detail, time management and problem-solving skills.

• Computer proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office system and applications.

Tasks/Responsibilities:

• Participate in all orientation, training and calibration activities as required.

• Evaluate case data and appropriately prepare for discussions with raters (e.g., prepared to discuss relevant issues and scale items, and have necessary documents available).

• Complete rater interactions and assigned tasks as scheduled.

• Responsible for timely submission of all documentation associated with assigned tasks.

*Current openings require fluency in English and a native speaker in the language needed for the trial.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com