Clinical Trial Rater

Brainstorm Research is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Clinical Trial Rater to conduct cognitive and psychiatric assessments for our neurology-focused clinical trials, including studies in Alzheimer’s disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment, and other CNS conditions. The rater will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of outcome measures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer standardized cognitive, functional, and psychiatric rating scales (e.g., MMSE, MoCA, CDR, ADAS-Cog, RBANS)

• Ensure rater certification and training is current for each assigned protocol

• Conduct assessments during subject visits and document findings per GCP and protocol

• Coordinate with CRCs and PI to schedule and complete assessments within required windows

• Maintain accurate source documentation and assist with query resolution

• Participate in site qualification and monitoring visits when rater presence is required

• Maintain professional rapport with patients and caregivers

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in psychology, nursing, or related clinical field

• Prior experience conducting clinical trial ratings or psychological assessments

• Strong knowledge of cognitive assessments and psychiatric rating tools

• Comfortable working with older adults and memory-impaired populations

• Attention to detail, excellent communication, and professionalism

• Spanish fluency 

✨ Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior rater training certifications (CDR, ADAS-Cog, RBANS, etc.)

• Experience in neurology or psychiatry research

Schedule & Compensation:

• Part-time or full-time; flexible scheduling aligned with study visits

• Competitive hourly rate (commensurate with experience)

• Opportunities for growth and additional trial involvement