Clinical Rater/Sub-Investigator - Chicago, IL

The IMA Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

401(k) with employer match

STD, LTD, FSA, life/AD&D

Job summary

The IMA Group is seeking an experienced Clinical Rater/Psychometrist to join our Chicago site as a Sub-Investigator for Phase II–IV psychiatric and neurologic trials. You will administer efficacy scales, conduct diagnostics, and manage study participants' psychotropic medications as applicable.

A Psychiatric NP or PA is preferred; strong assessment experience is valued. This role offers a path to leadership in clinical research within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA) preferred.
• 1+ year administering psychometric rating scales; 2+ years preferred.
• Experience with psychiatric populations; neurologic experience a plus.
• Clinical research experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Administer and score clinical efficacy scales for psychiatric and neurologic conditions
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations and determine eligibility based on prescreening
• Perform physical exams and manage psychotropic medications for research participants
• Maintain sponsor, protocol, and SOP compliance
• Communicate with Sponsors, Study Monitors, and Medical Monitors
• Complete sponsor-required training and scale certifications
• Attend investigator meetings and study conferences as needed

Skills

Psychometric scales administration

Psychiatric evaluation

Clinical assessment under supervision

Education

Psychiatric NP license

PA license

Job description

Clinical Rater/Psychometrist (Sub-Investigator) – Chicago, IL

About the Role

IMA Clinical Research is seeking an experienced Clinical Rater/Psychometrist to join our Chicago site as a Sub-Investigator on Phase II–IV psychiatric and neurologic trials. You’ll administer clinical efficacy scales, conduct diagnostic evaluations, determine trial eligibility, and manage psychotropic medications for study participants.

A Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) is preferred, as these clinicians typically bring strong scales and assessment experience. If you’re excited to contribute to cutting-edge research and make a real impact in psychiatry, we want to hear from you.

Compensation: $115,000–$135,000 per year, depending on licensure and experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer and score clinical efficacy scales for psychiatric and neurologic conditions
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations and determine eligibility based on prescreening assessments
• Perform physical exams and manage psychotropic medications for research participants, as applicable
• Maintain compliance with sponsor requirements, study protocols, and internal SOPs
• Communicate professionally with Sponsors, Study Monitors, and Medical Monitors
• Complete sponsor-required training and scale certifications
• Attend investigator meetings and study conferences as needed

Qualifications

• Preferred: licensed Psychiatric NP or PA
• 1+ year administering psychometric rating scales required; 2+ years preferred
• Experience with psychiatric populations required; neurologic experience (e.g., Alzheimer’s Disease) preferred
• Clinical research experience is helpful but not required. We’ll train motivated candidates with strong assessment backgrounds.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO, holidays, and a floating holiday
• 401(k) with employer match
• STD, LTD, FSA, voluntary and company-paid life/AD&D
• Tax-free tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave

The IMA Group is an Aff

Our Government Services Division supports local, state, and federal agencies and delivers professional and objective medical and psychological examinations as well as ancillary services. Our Payer Services Division meets the evaluation and screening needs of Carriers, TPAs, Public Entities and Employers and includes behavioral health and physical medicine specialty services, working with a wide range of organizations within the workers' compensation, disability, liability, and auto markets. Our Clinical Research Division performs all types of Phase II-IV clinical trials in multiple therapeutic areas through a flexible nationwide network of site locations and virtual capabilities.