Cognitive Rater - Toronto, Canada - Centricity Research

Centricity Research
Centricity Research
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Toronto, Canada

1 month ago

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Employment type:
Part-time (2 days a week - Tuesdays and Thursdays)

POSITION FUNCTION
The Cognitive Rater administers and documents study scales and assessments to assist the Investigators in conducting clinical studies.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Conducting rating scales/assessments:

  • Ensure the safety and welfare of study participants
  • Conduct and document the study scales as per protocol, GCP, and WPs/SOPs
  • Timely and accurate completion of source, data, CRFs, queries and CTMS, as required
  • Maintain consistency in administering study scales

General:

  • Abide by GCP, WPs/SOPs, company guidelines, and local healthcare privacy regulations
  • Communicate with research participant and/or study questions/issues to the Investigators/Research Management/other CRPs
  • Maintain professional relationships with study participants, physicians, industry representatives and vendors of trial management
  • Timely training of research study specific rater trainings, as required
  • Support CRPs in addressing queries, monitor findings, and followup for study specific rating conducted
  • Gather, enter,and/or update data to maintain company records and databases as directed
  • Travel and support applicable sites/clinics within the region, as applicable
  • Assist Management with any other tasks as required
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE


Minimum (one of the following):


  • University degree in health or scientific related program and 2 years of cognitive rating psychometry experience OR
  • Master's Degree or Doctorate in Psychology OR
  • Occupational TherapistOR
  • Clinical Psychologist OR
  • Nurse (various designations) OR
  • Other designation/education as allowed to fulfil the role requirements

Preferred:


  • Two years' experience conducting rating scales preferred
  • Experience with patients with Alzheimer's disease and dementia preferred
  • Progression free flowing interviews with participants regarding memory problems and/or family history of memory loss/Alzheimer's/dementia
  • Have conducted standardized rating scales within the past 2 years, scales could include: MMSE, CDR, ADAS-Cog12, NPI, ADCS-ADLAD, C-SSRS, ZBI, GDS, MoCA, RBANS
CORE COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

  • Prerequisite (Essential):_
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Outlook)
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to manage time efficiently
  • Selfdirected
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Proficient level of clinical, interpretive, and analytical skills with organizational skills for project planning
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Strong knowledge of ICH GCP, FDA & HC Division 5 guidelines
  • Foundation_[KV1]_:_
  • Conflict resolution
  • Receptive to feedback
  • Empowering & Developing others
  • Empathy Skills
  • Planning and organizing skills
  • Excellent problemsolving skills
  • Achievement oriented
  • Analytical ability
  • Initiative
  • Decision making
  • Leadership:_
  • Forward thinking
  • Innovative
  • Creative
  • Strategic thinking
  • Self confidence
  • Strong interpersonal skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Physical demands include but not limited to prolonged sitting, light lifting, standing, reaching, walking, and bending.
  • Frequently required to complete work on the computer in a seated position
  • May be required to lift light boxes lbs)

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Modern medical office environment or home office environment
  • Required to follow OSHA and CCOHS guidelines, in addition to other local healthcare regulations
  • Required to perform duties in relation to HIPAA, PIDEDA, and other local privacy regulations
  • Some positions may require overnight/weekend hours

BENEFITS:


  • Opportunities to work with internationally renowned physicians
  • Comprehensive health benefits, competitive salary
  • RRSP or 401(k) contribution matching
  • Continued opportunities for growth & development; yearly education allowance
  • Paid holiday closures and employee appreciation days off
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