Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Bengali Speaking

IQVIA; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater who supports stroke trials by administering standardized assessments and ensuring data quality. You will rate patients using validated scales and review others’ assessments to ensure protocol compliance.

The role requires a Master’s degree, at least 1 year of stroke experience, Bengali fluency, and strong communication skills. The position is remote with flexible hours (2–12 hours per month).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Medicine, Neurology, Psychology, or related field.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience with stroke patients.
• Experience administering stroke-related rating scales in clinical trials.
• Fluent Bengali language skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer stroke-specific scales to trial participants (EQ-5D-5L (Interviewer administered and Proxy 1 version) & mRS).
• Review and evaluate assessments conducted by other raters for accuracy and adherence to protocol.
• Conduct live interactions with raters to provide feedback on scoring techniques and methodology.
• Participate in training, orientation, and calibration sessions to maintain certification and consistency.
• Prepare for rater discussions by reviewing case data and relevant documentation.
• Complete scheduled rater interactions and submit all required documentation promptly.
• Assist with mock interviews and functional assessments of rater performance as needed.

Skills

EQ-5D-5L administration

mRS administration

Bengali language

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Medicine, Neurology, Psychology, or related field

MD/DO/PhD preferred

Job description

Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Bengali Speaking

Location: Remote
Hours: Estimated 2–12 hours per month, flexible

Role Overview

The Clinical Specialist supports stroke clinical trials by administering standardized assessments and ensuring data quality and consistency. This includes rating patients using validated stroke scales and reviewing assessments performed by other raters to maintain protocol compliance and inter-rater reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer stroke-specific scales to trial participants (EQ-5D-5L (Interviewer administered and Proxy 1 version) & mRS).

• Review and evaluate assessments conducted by other raters for accuracy and adherence to protocol.

• Conduct live interactions with raters to provide feedback on scoring techniques and methodology.

• Participate in training, orientation, and calibration sessions to maintain certification and consistency.

• Prepare for rater discussions by reviewing case data and relevant documentation.

• Complete scheduled rater interactions and submit all required documentation promptly.

• Assist with mock interviews and functional assessments of rater performance as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Education:

  • Minimum: Master’s degree (MA/MS) in Medicine, Neurology, Psychology, or related field.

  • Preferred: MD, DO, or PhD.

• Experience:

  • At least 1 year of clinical experience with stroke patients.

  • Prior experience administering stroke-related rating scales in clinical trials.

• Skills:

  • Proficiency inEQ-5D-5L and mRS administration.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for professional interaction with raters and trial staff.

  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management.

  • Fluent Bengali language skills

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