Clinical Research Psychologist

ECN Operating LLC; Sun City (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ECN Operating LLC is seeking a Clinical Research Psychologist (Psy.D.) to specialize in psychological components of Phase I-IV Clinical Trials in Sun City, Arizona. The successful candidate will apply Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards and conduct psychological assessments and interventions. Duties include administering assessments, delivering interventions, maintaining certification, and collaborating with the trial's interdisciplinary team. Candidates must have a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) and be eligible for licensure as a Psychologist.

Qualifications

• Eligible for or hold current independent licensure as a Psychologist.

Responsibilities

• Administer, score, and interpret psychological assessments as defined in trial protocol.
• Deliver manualized psychological interventions to trial participants.
• Participate in rater training sessions and maintain inter-rater reliability.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate psychological procedures.

Education

Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree in Clinical Psychology or related field

Job description

This role is for a Clinical Research Psychologist (Psy.D.) who will specialize in the psychological and behavioral components of Phase I-IV Clinical Trials.

The successful candidate must ensure the rigorous application of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards while executing standardized psychological assessments and/or interventions within the trial protocol.

Key Responsibilities

• Standardized Assessment: Administer, score, and interpret psychological, behavioral, and cognitive outcome measures (e.g., HAM-D, MINI, cognitive batteries) exactly as defined in the trial protocol and Schedule of Assessments.
• Intervention Delivery: Deliver manualized, protocol‑specific psychological interventions (e.g., psychoeducation, cognitive training, behavioral therapy) to trial participants, ensuring strict fidelity to the treatment manual.
• Rater Training and Certification: Actively participate in all rater training sessions, pass required certification tests (e.g., mock interviews, scale scoring competency exams), and maintain inter‑rater reliability throughout the duration of the trial.
• Interdisciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate closely with the PI, Study Coordinators, Pharmacists, and Sponsors to ensure seamless integration of psychological procedures into the overall trial logistics.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree in Clinical Psychology or a related field.
• Licensure: Eligible for or hold current independent licensure as a Psychologist.