Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Urdu Speaking

IQVIA; Hyderabad; À distance; INR 1 102 000 - 1 929 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

IQVIA seeks a Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater who is fluent in Urdu for a remote, flexible engagement. The role centers on administering standardized stroke assessments and ensuring data quality across trials.

You will review other raters' assessments, provide feedback, and participate in training to maintain inter-rater reliability. A Master’s degree and 1+ year stroke experience are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Medicine, Neurology, Psychology, or related field.
• At least 1 year of clinical stroke experience.
• Fluent in Urdu with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsabilités

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

Connaissances

EQ-5D-5L & mRS

Urdu fluency

Inter-rater reliability

Communication

Organizational skills

Formation

Master's degree in Medicine/Neurology/Psychology or related

MD/DO/PhD preferred

Description du poste

Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Urdu 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 Urdu language skills.

Employer Information

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

IQVIA 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.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.