Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Punjabi Speaking

IQVIA; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 500,000 - 900,000; Part time

Job summary

IQVIA in India seeks a Clinical Specialist to support stroke clinical trials by administering standardized assessments and ensuring data quality and consistency.

The role involves rating patients with validated stroke scales (EQ-5D-5L and mRS), reviewing other raters’ assessments for accuracy, and providing feedback through live discussions and calibration sessions.

Hours are flexible, with remote work and estimated 2–12 hours per month, enabling collaboration with global trial teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Medicine, Neurology, Psychology or related field.
• MD/DO/PhD preferred for advanced qualifications.
• Experience with stroke rating scales enhances trial reliability.
• Fluent Punjabi required for assessments and communication.

Responsibilities

• Administer stroke-specific scales (EQ-5D-5L, mRS) to trial participants.
• Review and evaluate assessments by other raters for accuracy and protocol adherence.
• Conduct live feedback sessions to improve scoring techniques.
• Participate in training, orientation, and calibration sessions to maintain certification.
• Prepare for rater discussions by reviewing case data and documentation.
• Complete scheduled rater interactions and submit required documentation promptly.
• Assist with mock interviews and functional assessments of rater performance.

Skills

EQ-5D-5L & mRS

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Punjabi language

Education

Master’s degree in Medicine/Neurology/Psychology

MD/DO/PhD preferred

Job description

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 in EQ-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 Punjabi language skills

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

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