Scientist - Clinical Research jobs in Illinois

Summary

The Clinical Rater is responsible for administering various psychometric efficacy scales, as well as completing interviews/ratings on study participants specific to several study protocols. This person will perform interview/ratings on study subjects to determine current levels of functioning and to create a clinical impression of the study subject’s current presentation throughout the duration of the trials. Clinical interviewing skills are a must, as well as knowledge of DSM-V diagnoses.

Master’s Degree plus three (3) years’ experience within a clinical setting, specifically working with mental health patients, is required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer clinical efficacy scales on subjects with various diagnoses such as but not limited to ADHD, Alzheimer’s Disease, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Substance Use Disorders and Schizophrenia
• Perform diagnostic evaluations
• Gather information from prospective subjects through a prescreening interview and determine eligibility for research trials
• Submit accurate data utilizing Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and identified scoring conventions
• Work with Principal Investigators and coordinators in initiating assessments and assist them with data query completion and data clarification
• Interact with Sponsors, Study Monitors and Medical Monitors from pharmaceutical companies in a professional manner
• Follow Sponsor, or protocol, specific requirements and applicable standard operating procedures
• Utilize technology required to conduct remote assessments
• Review all medical records
• Manage subject crises with professionalism and clinical expertise
• Successfully complete all sponsor-assigned training through web-portals and meetings to obtain rater certification on specified scales

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, written, verbal)
• Ability to perform overnight business travel
• Excellent computer skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as proprietary applications unique to the clinical research industry (such as CRIO)
• Superior patient interview and diagnostic skills
• Clinical assessment experience preferred

Work Environment

This is a high growth, fast paced organization. The ability to be productive and successful in an intense work environment is critical.

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree
• Three (3) years’ experience within a clinical setting, specifically working with mental health patients
• Demonstrates the initiative to act independently, initiating activity as required and making appropriate decisions within the constraints of the study protocols, regulatory requirements, and company policy
• Able to communicate with providers, co-workers, sponsors, and others in a collaborative and courteous manner
• Knowledgeable in medical terminology, so to communicate with physician offices, pharmacists and laboratory staff

Preferred Education and Experience

• PhD or PsyD
• Five (5) years of experience within a clinical setting, specifically working with mental health patients
• Understanding of the principles of management

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

COVID-19 considerations:
At Pillar the health and safety our employees and communities is of the upmost importance. We are following all CDC guidelines and our response to the pandemic continues to evolve as needed.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60641: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• clinical setting: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person