Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater - Odia (Oryia) Speaking

IQVIA; Kolkata District; Remote; INR 1,102,000 - 1,653,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater who will remotely administer stroke assessments and ensure data quality for clinical trials. You will rate participants using validated scales and review other raters' assessments to ensure protocol compliance and inter-rater reliability.

The role requires fluency in Odia, a Master’s degree in a relevant field, and at least 1 year of stroke-related clinical experience. Remote work with flexible monthly hours is offered.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Medicine, Neurology, Psychology or related field.
• Fluent Odia language required; experience with stroke patients in trials preferred.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience with stroke and rating scales.
• Proficiency in administering EQ-5D-5L and mRS scales.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Odia language

EQ-5D-5L administration

mRS administration

Clinical trials

Inter-rater reliability

Education

Master's degree in Medicine/Neurology/Psychology

MD/DO/PhD preferred

Tools

EQ-5D-5L

mRS scales

Job description

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.

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