Psychometric Rater – Houston, Texas Psychiatry Studies Site

Green Life Science; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Job summary

Green Life Science in Houston, Texas is seeking a Psychometric Rater to support expanding psychiatry studies. The role centers on administering psychometric rating scales and conducting structured clinical assessments, with an emphasis on accuracy and adherence to study protocols.

This PRN position is fixed to Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, totaling 16 hours per week. A structured training programme is available for the right candidate, and there is potential to expand to full-time

Qualifications

• Master’s level qualification in Psychiatry or Psychology is required.
• Experience with psychometric or psychiatric rating scales is highly desirable; training is provided as needed.
• On-site availability for Tuesday/Wednesday schedule is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer standardized psychometric and psychiatric rating scales per protocol.
• Conduct structured clinical interviews and assessments with study participants.
• Maintain inter-rater reliability and follow scoring guidelines.

Skills

Psychiatry background

Psychometric rating

Clinical interviews

GCP compliance

Education

Master’s degree in Psychiatry or Psychology

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license

Job description

Psychometric Rater/ Clinical – Houston, Texas

Location: Houston, Texas (on-site)

Schedule: Tuesday & Wednesday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (16 hours per week)

Duration: 1-year rolling contract, with potential to expand to full-time within 1-2 years

Engagement Type: W2 Employee, Rolling 1-Year Contract

About The Role

We are currently partnered with a site in Houston, Texas that is seeking a Psychometric Rater to support an expanding portfolio of psychiatry studies. The role focuses on administering psychometric rating scales and supporting structured clinical assessments. This is a PRN position with a fixed weekly schedule (Tuesdays and Wednesdays), reflecting the site’s current patient visit days. A structured training programme is available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer standardised psychometric and psychiatric rating scales accurately and consistently in line with study protocol
• Conduct structured clinical interviews and assessments with study participants
• Maintain inter-rater reliability and adhere to scoring guidelines
• Document ratings and findings in accordance with GCP and study-specific requirements
• Liaise with the site’s clinical and research team, including the consulting psychiatrist and PI, to coordinate scheduling and assessment timelines
• Ensure participant comfort and confidentiality throughout the rating process

Candidate Requirements

• Master’s level or higher qualification in Psychiatry or Psychology, OR active Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license
• Background in psychiatric/mental health practice strongly preferred
• Prior experience with psychometric or psychiatric rating scales (e.g., HAM-D, PANSS, MADRS, YMRS or similar) highly desirable; candidates without direct scale experience will be considered for the site’s training programme
• Able to commit reliably to Tuesday/Wednesday on-site schedule
• Strong attention to detail and consistency in scoring/documentation
• Based in or able to reliably commute to Houston, TX

What’s on Offer

• W2 employment, rolling 1-year contract
• Fixed schedule: Tuesday & Wednesday, 16 hours per week
• Structured onboarding and training support
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding psychiatry research programme, with a potential pathway to full-time within 1–2 years