The role-holder will need to be a committed individual, who combines high emotional intelligence and excellent communication skills. They will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be comfortable managing conflicting priorities. The environment is dynamic and ever-changing, moving at the pace of our clients’ needs and the candidate will be expected to understand the sense of urgency that is synonymous with the business.
Role & Responsibilities
As a Consultant, ClinRO Services within the PCS team at IQVIA, you will directly administer assessments to participants in a clinical trial, or evaluate the quality of assessments performed by others and provide feedback regarding interview technique and scoring. Responsibilities include:
- Review of scales administered by raters in a clinical trial to ensure that assessments are being conducted in a standardized manner to ensure data reliability.
- Evaluate the quality of assessments, conducting live interactions with raters to discuss assessment methodology, scoring technique, and to provide guidance as necessary.
- Evaluate case data and appropriately prepare for discussions with raters (e.g., prepared to discuss relevant issues and scale items, and have necessary documents available).
- Complete rater interactions and assigned tasks as scheduled.
- Responsible for timely submission of all documentation associated with assigned tasks.
- Participate in all orientation, training and calibration activities as required.
- Functional assessments of rater performance (e.g., mock interview) and assistance in preparing and disseminating communications.
- Contacting clinical trial participants remotely (e.g., via proprietary app) to administer assessments, and will appropriately document resultant information (e.g., notes, scores).
What do you need to apply?
- Minimum of a Master’s degree (MA/MS) in Psychology, Counseling, Psychiatric, Nursing or Social Work, or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years clinical experience working with central nervous system (CNS) trials preferred. Experience working with related psychiatric populations & experience administering psychiatric assessments, ratings scales and/or structured clinical interviews is a plus.
- Ideally this person should have previous experience in Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, depression, schizophrenia, anxiety.
- Advanced level of English.
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of personnel and clientele in a professional manner.
- Excellent organization, attention to detail, time management and problem solving skills.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications (solid Excel/PowerPoint knowledge).
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