Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Odia (Oryia) Speaking

IQVIA; India; Remote; INR 482,000 - 758,000; Part time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater for Odia-speaking regions to support remote stroke trials. The role involves administering standardized scales, reviewing other raters’ assessments, and ensuring inter-rater reliability.

Ideal candidates have a Master’s degree and at least 1 year of stroke-related clinical experience, with fluency in Odia. The position offers flexible, part-time hours (2–12 hours per month) and remote work across India.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree (MA/MS) in Medicine, Neurology, Psychology, or related field; MD/DO/PhD preferred.
• Experience: at least 1 year of clinical experience with stroke patients and familiarity with stroke rating scales.
• Skills: proficiency in EQ-5D-5L and mRS administration; strong interpersonal and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer stroke-specific scales to trial participants (EQ-5D-5L, mRS).
• Review assessments conducted by other raters for accuracy and protocol adherence.
• Provide feedback and training to raters; participate in calibration sessions.
• Prepare for rater discussions by reviewing case data and documentation; ensure timely submissions.

Skills

Odía language fluency

Interpersonal communication

Clinical ratings administration

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Medicine/Neurology/Psychology

MD/DO/PhD preferred

Job description

Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Odia (Oryia) Speaking### Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Odia (Oryia) SpeakingApply: Kolkata, West Bengal, India: Hyderabad, Telangana, India: Chennai, India: Mumbai, India: New Delhi, India (INNWD5, 42.5, H): Part time: Posted Today: R1575153# **Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Odia (Oryia) 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 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 Odia (Oryia) language skills #LI-DNP #LI-Remote #LI-HCPNIQVIA 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.comIQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.