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Job description
Psychiatric Clinical Rater
Hawthorne Health is seeking experienced Psychiatric Clinical Raters to support upcoming psychiatric clinical trials across our community-based research sites in Lindenwold, NJ; Boynton Beach, FL; McAllen, TX and Tomball, TX.
This is a flexible, 1099 per-diem opportunity ideal for experienced mental health professionals interested in supplemental clinical research work.
Clinical or Psychometric Raters will work alongside our Principal Investigators, Sub-Investigators, Clinical Research Coordinators, and clinical operations teams to conduct protocol-required psychiatric assessments and symptom rating scales for studies focused on conditions such as generalized anxiety and depression.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct protocol-required psychiatric assessments and rating scales with clinical trial participants
Administer and score standardized psychiatric symptom measures according to study requirements
Evaluate areas such as depression, anxiety, overall symptom severity, functioning, and suicidality, as applicable to the study
Maintain consistency and accuracy in assessment administration and scoring
Complete sponsor- and protocol-required rater training and certification
Document assessments accurately and within required study timelines
Collaborate with Principal Investigators, Sub-Investigators, CRCs, and other research team members
Follow study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and applicable research requirements
Maintain participant confidentiality and provide a professional, patient-centered experience
Qualifications
Professional background in psychiatry, psychology, behavioral health, mental health, or a related clinical field
Experience conducting psychiatric or behavioral health assessments
Previous experience as a Clinical Rater, Psychiatric Rater, Psychometric Rater, Clinical Research Assessor, or similar role
Experience supporting psychiatric clinical trials or other clinical research studies
Experience administering and scoring standardized psychiatric rating scales, such as MADRS, HAM-D/HDRS, HAM-A, C-SSRS, CGI-S, CGI-I, or similar assessments
Strong interviewing, observation, assessment, and clinical documentation skills
Ability to administer standardized assessments consistently and objectively
Familiarity with clinical research protocols, GCP, and research documentation requirements
Ability and willingness to complete sponsor- and study-specific rater training and certification
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary research team
Availability to provide flexible, per-diem support based on participant and study scheduling needs
$50 - $75 an hour Rate is commensurate with experience, credentials, relevant rating scale experience/certifications, and study-specific requirements.
Hawthorne Health is transforming the clinical trial landscape through an innovative site model that integrates research into community-based settings like local pharmacies. By meeting patients where they already receive care, we are improving access, strengthening trust, and driving more inclusive and efficient trials.
We welcome the opportunity to connect with individuals interested in being part of this evolving model.
Worksite address
clementon, NJ, 08021, US
Who can apply
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