Cognitive Assessment Rater for Alzheimer's Trials

Pinnacle Clinical Research- A Summit Solution; Edinburg (TX); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pinnacle Clinical Research- A Summit Solution is seeking a Psychometric Rater for Alzheimer’s disease trials. The role focuses on standardized, quantitative testing to measure cognitive and behavioral functioning and to manage psychometric aspects of studies.

The position requires administering cognitive assessments, maintaining scales, and ensuring consistent data collection while complying with GCP/IRB guidelines. Travel to affiliated sites may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in social work, psychology or related health field. Masters in relevant areas preferred.
• Combination of education and significant experience may be considered
• Experience working with a geriatric population
• Ability to work well with a multidisciplinary team as well as independently
• Proficient in administering cognitive assessments
• Research experience preferred

Responsabilités

• Works with affiliates or collaborating research sites
• Administer assessments for the Free Memory Screen Clinic
• Administer cognitive tests and rating scales
• Responsible for the maintenance of the scales such as addressing queries, completing training, etc.
• Serve as a rater on clinical trials for neurodegenerative diseases, especially Alzheimer’s disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment, and Parkinson’s disease
• Aid in management of recruitment databases, conduct recruitment and outreach initiatives for the various clinical trials
• Participate in meetings
• Ensure assessments are conducted consistently and accurately across all participants
• Ensure all data is accurately recorded into the study database
• Maintain confidential and secure handling of all participant data
• Regularly review data for completeness and accuracy and resolve any discrepancies
• Adhere to all regulatory and ethical guidelines, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and institutional review board (IRB) requirements
• Participate in quality assurance activities to ensure the integrity of data collection and reporting
• Attend regular training sessions to stay current with best practices and protocol updates
• Work closely with the Principal Investigator, clinical trial coordinators, and other team members to ensure seamless study operations
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the role

Description du poste

Pinnacle Clinical Research- A Summit Solution is seeking a Psychometric Rater for Alzheimer’s disease trials. The role focuses on standardized, quantitative testing to measure cognitive and behavioral functioning and to manage psychometric aspects of studies.

The position requires administering cognitive assessments, maintaining scales, and ensuring consistent data collection while complying with GCP/IRB guidelines. Travel to affiliated sites may be involved.