The Clinical Scientist will prescreen and screen candidates for clinical trials, assess participants using clinical judgment, and communicate trial details effectively.
Irvine Clinical Research, a research site specializing in late phase CNS clinical trials, is seeking applicants for a Clinical Scientist in our enrollment core. The clinical scientist will work on prescreening and screening potential candidates for outpatient Phase II/III clinical trials in Neurology and Psychiatry. Study participants are generally adults with concerns about memory (e.g. MCI and Early-Mild AD), although our site also conducts research on drugs to treat depression and other illnesses.
Job Duties
- Assess potential and returning study participants using clinical judgement as well as psychological, neurological, and psychiatric clinical rating scales
- Conduct clinical interviews to collect psychological/medical information and to effectively screen potential participants for appropriate research opportunities at our centers
- Educate participants about the potential benefits and risks of our clinical trials through the informed consent process and outreach events
- Communicate with investigators, coordinators, and study teams about participants
- Assist with scientific initiatives, study operations, and participant enrollment as needed
Job Requirements
- MA/MS/MSW/PhD/PsyD in psychology, neuroscience, or related field
- Experience with cognitive assessments and/or experience working with older adults with memory concerns, Mild Cognitive Impairment, or Early/Mild/Moderate Alzheimer’s Disease
- A command of professional spoken and written English
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