Psychiatry Rater for Clinical Research
Manhattan Behavioral Medicine · New York, New York, United States
FULL TIMEtemporary
Job Description
Manhattan Behavioral Medicine is an independent clinical research site conducting industry-sponsored psychiatric clinical trials. We have a psychedelic unit and focus on psychiatry studies in depression, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and postpartum depression.
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
Position SummaryWe are seeking a Psychiatric Rater to conduct clinician-administered diagnostic and symptom-severity assessments for participants in industry-sponsored psychiatric drug trials. You will be a key contributor to data quality, working closely with our Principal Investigator, clinical research coordinators, and study sponsors. Accuracy, consistency, and strong interviewing skills are essential to this role.
Key ResponsibilitiesAdminister protocol-required clinician-rated scales and structured interviews, such as the HAM-D, MADRS, HAM-A, PANSS, YMRS, CGI, C-SSRS, and MINI/SCID, depending on the study.Complete rater training and certification as required by each sponsor and central rater vendor, and maintain current certifications.Participate in rater calibration, inter-rater reliability checks, and sponsor-led or audio-recorded interview reviews.Conduct screening and baseline assessments to support accurate eligibility determination and diagnosis confirmation, in collaboration with the PI.Identify and promptly report safety concerns, including suicidal ideation or clinical deterioration, to the PI and study team.Document assessments accurately and on time in source documents and EDC/eCOA systems, in compliance with the protocol, ICH-GCP, and FDA regulations.Respond to data queries, and support monitoring visits and audits.Work collaboratively with coordinators on scheduling, visit flow, and participant retention.
Required QualificationsMaster's degree in psychology (or closely related field, such as clinical psychology or counseling psychology) from an accredited institution.Experience conducting structured clinical interviews and administering standardized psychiatric rating scales.Strong knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses (DSM-5-TR) and symptom presentation across mood, psychotic, and anxiety disorders.Understanding of ICH-GCP and human subjects protections, or willingness to complete training before starting.Excellent interviewing, observational, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.Ability to remain objective and consistent in scoring across participants and visits.Preferred QualificationsPrior experience as a rater on industry-sponsored psychiatric clinical trials.Current rater certifications from sponsors or central rater vendors.Masters Degree, Doctoral degree or professional licensure (e.g., LPC, LMHC, LCSW, licensed psychologist, RN, DNP)Licensed in both NY and NJExperience with eCOA platforms and EDC systems. xzbcwsv Experience with a range of psychiatric populations, such as MDD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or anxiety disorders.
What We Offer32 hours a week150,000.00 annual salaryHealth insurance, Dental Insurance, 401KTraining and growth opportunities — e.g., exposure to a variety of sponsor studies, path toward senior rater or clinical leadership
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
Position SummaryWe are seeking a Psychiatric Rater to conduct clinician-administered diagnostic and symptom-severity assessments for participants in industry-sponsored psychiatric drug trials. You will be a key contributor to data quality, working closely with our Principal Investigator, clinical research coordinators, and study sponsors. Accuracy, consistency, and strong interviewing skills are essential to this role.
Key ResponsibilitiesAdminister protocol-required clinician-rated scales and structured interviews, such as the HAM-D, MADRS, HAM-A, PANSS, YMRS, CGI, C-SSRS, and MINI/SCID, depending on the study.Complete rater training and certification as required by each sponsor and central rater vendor, and maintain current certifications.Participate in rater calibration, inter-rater reliability checks, and sponsor-led or audio-recorded interview reviews.Conduct screening and baseline assessments to support accurate eligibility determination and diagnosis confirmation, in collaboration with the PI.Identify and promptly report safety concerns, including suicidal ideation or clinical deterioration, to the PI and study team.Document assessments accurately and on time in source documents and EDC/eCOA systems, in compliance with the protocol, ICH-GCP, and FDA regulations.Respond to data queries, and support monitoring visits and audits.Work collaboratively with coordinators on scheduling, visit flow, and participant retention.
Required QualificationsMaster's degree in psychology (or closely related field, such as clinical psychology or counseling psychology) from an accredited institution.Experience conducting structured clinical interviews and administering standardized psychiatric rating scales.Strong knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses (DSM-5-TR) and symptom presentation across mood, psychotic, and anxiety disorders.Understanding of ICH-GCP and human subjects protections, or willingness to complete training before starting.Excellent interviewing, observational, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.Ability to remain objective and consistent in scoring across participants and visits.Preferred QualificationsPrior experience as a rater on industry-sponsored psychiatric clinical trials.Current rater certifications from sponsors or central rater vendors.Masters Degree, Doctoral degree or professional licensure (e.g., LPC, LMHC, LCSW, licensed psychologist, RN, DNP)Licensed in both NY and NJExperience with eCOA platforms and EDC systems. xzbcwsv Experience with a range of psychiatric populations, such as MDD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or anxiety disorders.
What We Offer32 hours a week150,000.00 annual salaryHealth insurance, Dental Insurance, 401KTraining and growth opportunities — e.g., exposure to a variety of sponsor studies, path toward senior rater or clinical leadership
Details
| Company | Manhattan Behavioral Medicine |
| Location | New York, New York, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | design |
| Experience | temporary |