Sub I - Clinical Research Rater (Psychometric Rater) – Alzheimer's Disease / Dementia Research
Ardmore, OK
Part Time
Experienced
Sub I - Clinical Research Rater (Psychometric Rater) – Alzheimer's Disease / Dementia Research
Location: Ardmore, OK
Type: Per diem
Compensation: per-visit rate
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Clinical Research Rater to support outpatient clinical research in adults with Alzheimer's disease. You will administer standardized cognitive and neuropsychiatric assessments, interview caregivers, and help monitor participant safety and treatment adherence. Studies typically combine on-site and phone visits.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
This role is open to licensed or degreed clinicians in medicine or psychology. An MD is not required. Ideal candidates include:
- Psychologists (PhD or PsyD), including clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists
- Physician Assistants (PA) with experience in geriatrics, neurology or psychiatry
- Master's-level clinicians (MA/MS) in psychology, counseling or a related field
- Physicians (MD or DO), including geriatricians, neurologists or psychiatrists
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MD, DO, PhD, PsyD, NP, PA, or MA/MS in a medical or psychology-related field
- Clinical experience with older adults with dementia or cognitive impairment (e.g., geriatrics, memory care, long-term care or neuropsychology)
- Experience interviewing family members or caregivers
- Comfort conducting structured assessments both in person and by phone
- Flexible availability to schedule participant visits within required timeframes
- Willingness to complete sponsor rater certification before study start
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Alzheimer's disease specifically
- Prior experience administering the SLUMS, MMSE, MoCA, NPI or similar instruments
- Prior clinical trial experience, especially in CNS or neurology studies
- Current GCP certification
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administer and score standardized cognitive screening instruments (e.g., SLUMS, MMSE, MoCA) following standardized administration and scoring guidelines.
- Conduct structured, caregiver-based interviews to assess neuropsychiatric and behavioral symptoms in dementia (e.g., NPI), including caregiver distress.
- Administer patient- and caregiver-reported outcome questionnaires, both in person and by phone.
- Train participants and caregivers on completing study diaries and questionnaires, and review them for completeness and accuracy.
- Apply consistent rating practices across visits and over time, so data stay reliable for measuring change.
- Recognize and document adverse events and changes in medications or health status, and escalate them to the investigator.
- Complete sponsor and CRO rater training and certification programs, and keep certifications current.
- Document assessments accurately and on time in source documents and electronic data capture (EDC) systems, following ALCOA+ principles.
- Follow ICH-GCP guidelines, protocol requirements and informed consent procedures.
- Work closely with the Principal Investigator, study coordinators and monitors, and respond to data queries.
SCHEDULE
Flexible and visit-based. Can be coordinated around an existing clinical practice.
Location: Ardmore, OK
Type: Per diem
Compensation: per-visit rate
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Clinical Research Rater to support outpatient clinical research in adults with Alzheimer's disease. You will administer standardized cognitive and neuropsychiatric assessments, interview caregivers, and help monitor participant safety and treatment adherence. Studies typically combine on-site and phone visits.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
This role is open to licensed or degreed clinicians in medicine or psychology. An MD is not required. Ideal candidates include:
- Psychologists (PhD or PsyD), including clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists
- Physician Assistants (PA) with experience in geriatrics, neurology or psychiatry
- Master's-level clinicians (MA/MS) in psychology, counseling or a related field
- Physicians (MD or DO), including geriatricians, neurologists or psychiatrists
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MD, DO, PhD, PsyD, NP, PA, or MA/MS in a medical or psychology-related field
- Clinical experience with older adults with dementia or cognitive impairment (e.g., geriatrics, memory care, long-term care or neuropsychology)
- Experience interviewing family members or caregivers
- Comfort conducting structured assessments both in person and by phone
- Flexible availability to schedule participant visits within required timeframes
- Willingness to complete sponsor rater certification before study start
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Alzheimer's disease specifically
- Prior experience administering the SLUMS, MMSE, MoCA, NPI or similar instruments
- Prior clinical trial experience, especially in CNS or neurology studies
- Current GCP certification
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administer and score standardized cognitive screening instruments (e.g., SLUMS, MMSE, MoCA) following standardized administration and scoring guidelines.
- Conduct structured, caregiver-based interviews to assess neuropsychiatric and behavioral symptoms in dementia (e.g., NPI), including caregiver distress.
- Administer patient- and caregiver-reported outcome questionnaires, both in person and by phone.
- Train participants and caregivers on completing study diaries and questionnaires, and review them for completeness and accuracy.
- Apply consistent rating practices across visits and over time, so data stay reliable for measuring change.
- Recognize and document adverse events and changes in medications or health status, and escalate them to the investigator.
- Complete sponsor and CRO rater training and certification programs, and keep certifications current.
- Document assessments accurately and on time in source documents and electronic data capture (EDC) systems, following ALCOA+ principles.
- Follow ICH-GCP guidelines, protocol requirements and informed consent procedures.
- Work closely with the Principal Investigator, study coordinators and monitors, and respond to data queries.
SCHEDULE
Flexible and visit-based. Can be coordinated around an existing clinical practice.
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