Psychometrics Specialist The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Psychometrics Specialist. The main purpose of this position is to support clinical and research operations through the administration of neuropsychological assessments and accurately collecting, scoring, and managing neuropsychological assessment data. This position contributes to data integrity, quality control processes and supports the preparation of research findings through written reports and research datasets. The Psychometrics Specialist will interact with attending neuropsychologists, patients, and other psychometrics team members providing communication of procedures, observations, and any data deviations. This position will strengthen neuropsychological assessment accuracy and ensure quality research datasets and outputs for the Neuropsychology Clinic.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Collect performance-based data through the administration of neuropsychological assessments, and behavioral observations according to established protocols and evidence-based clinical knowledge and judgement.
Score performance-based data accurately using standardized testing, scoring protocols and normative data and precise recording of results.
Perform data entry and assist in the maintenance of research datasets.
Prepare physical data for digitization in compliance with established protocols.
Ensure quality control of data by assisting with the double scoring of test data as needed.
Contribute to manuscript preparation and dissemination of assessment findings.
Maintain comprehensive records of assessment outcomes to assist with preparation of written reports and data analysis.
Maintain and process required protocol paperwork.
Communicate standardized instructions to examinees to ensure consistency and data accuracy.
Communicate data discoveries, observations, and any deviations from standard established protocols with supervisors.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Job Knowledge & Skills, Education, Experience: Bachelor's degree in social science or related field is required. Experience working in a position involving clinical, psychosocial, health, or epidemiology services/research is required. Experience is the field of psychology, mental health, human behavior and experience interacting with patients/subjects is required. Entry level knowledge of research methods and knowledge of fundamental research concepts, practices and procedures is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience administering standardized psychometrics assessments to patient/subjects.
Benefits and Compensation:
The wage for this position is $43,888 for full-time efforts (100% FTE). This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
