Clinical Rater, Psychology

ClinCloud, LLC; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ClinCloud, LLC in Marrero, Louisiana is seeking a Clinical Rater for a full-time, on-site position. The Clinical Rater will interview research participants and administer psychometric rating scales essential for clinical trials across various health conditions. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Neuroscience and have at least two years of experience in clinical evaluations. Strong documentation and communication skills are required. The role ensures participant safety and data integrity while complying with clinical guidelines and regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience with psychometric scales in clinical settings.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in typing at 40+ WPM.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-screening interviews for clinical trials.
• Maintain source documentation per ALCOA-C standards.
• Ensure participant safety during evaluations.

Skills

Documenting clinical evaluations

Proficiency in statistical psychometric scales

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR platforms

Job description

Description

Job Description | Full-Time | On-Site

Position Summary

The Clinical Rater is responsible for interviewing research participants and their informants or caregivers who are being evaluated for enrollment in clinical studies across a range of health conditions. Working as part of a multidisciplinary research team, this role administers and scores protocol-specified psychometric rating scales, ensures participant safety, and maintains data integrity in full compliance with study protocols, SOPs, GCP, ICH guidelines, and applicable FDA regulations.

This position plays a key role in the accuracy and consistency of clinical trial data by preventing rater drift, completing all sponsor-required certifications, and supporting the Principal Investigator in determining participant eligibility.

Key Responsibilities

Participant Screening & Assessment

• Review subject medical histories and conduct pre-screening interviews to assess eligibility for specific clinical trials
• Administer protocol-specified psychometric rating scales for participants across a wide range of diagnoses, including Alzheimer's Disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment, MDD, Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective Disorder, and Substance Use Disorders
• Calculate and apply rating scale results to determine protocol eligibility under the supervision of the Principal Investigator
• Conduct telephone pre-screens and eligibility interviews as needed

Data Integrity & Documentation

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely source documentation in accordance with ALCOA‑C standards
• Complete all sponsor‑ and monitor‑assigned queries within required timeframes
• Actively work to maintain consistency in rating performance over time for individual subjects to prevent rater drift
• Maintain strict confidentiality of participant and company information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines

Participant Safety & Communication

• Ensure participant safety by appropriately assessing and responding to any potential for harm to self or others identified during evaluations, and reporting per company policy
• Provide appropriate community resource referrals to participants, caregivers, and family members as needed
• Facilitate timely, professional communication with participants, study staff, Sponsors, CROs, Monitors, Auditors, and central rating organizations
• Articulate rating concerns or issues to the CRO, Sponsor, Principal Investigator, and study team

Team Leadership & Training

• Serve as study lead across a minimum of four concurrent studies
• Provide weekly schedule oversight for a minimum of two study coordinators
• Complete all Sponsor‑assigned rater training and maintain certification and re‑certification per protocol requirements
• Attend Sponsor meetings, Monitor visits, webinars, and company training programs
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Ideal Candidate Profile

Someone who:

• Understands how rigorous, consistent ratings directly impact clinical trial outcomes
• Notices when a participant interaction is off‑protocol and proactively corrects course
• Is comfortable working across research, clinical, and sponsor‑facing teams without close supervision
• Brings genuine empathy and professionalism when working with participants of varying cognitive abilities
• Takes ownership of rater certification, re‑certification, and quality standards

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a closely related field
• At least 2 years of experience administering psychometric rating scales in a clinical or clinical trial setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Solid working knowledge of clinical research protocols, FDA regulations, GCP, and ICH guidelines
• Experience conducting cognitive and clinical assessments with adult and/or geriatric populations
• Strong documentation skills with demonstrated attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, EHR platforms, email, and web‑based applications; 40+ WPM typing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field; Certified Psychometrist designation is a plus
• Current or prior certification in one or more of the following scales: SCID‑5‑CT, MINI, MADRS, HAM‑D / HDRS‑17, HAM‑A, Y‑BOCS, CAPS‑5, PANSS, YMRS, MGH‑ATRQ, C‑SSRS, CGI‑S / CGI‑I, QUIDS‑SR, SDMT, SCS, WPA, PHQ‑9
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
• BLS certification
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff in a clinical research environment