Psychometrist

Roles and responsibilities

• Assists study team with data management for research studies, entering data into electronic data base.
• Modifies and plans research experiments, procedures, tests, or survey instruments.
• Reviews medical records and/or conducts screenings for recruitment of study participants, performs interviews and QOL questionnaires.
• Assists with quality assurance and tracks regulatory submissions. Performs related approved responsibilities as required.
• Interprets, synthesizes, and analyzes data using scientific or statistical techniques.
• Completes assigned tasks/targets within given deadlines.
• Responsible for the patients’ safety.
• Coordinates with the ethics committee to generate all the research documents and reports.
• Writes the visits, reports and files all subject documentations.
• Coordinates and maintains all medical research archiving.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the head of unit.

Required Skills and Expertise:

• 1-3 years related experience required.
• Excellent communication skills including presentation skills.
• Commitment to excellence in research and within professional and ethical code of conduct.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of collaborative teams.
• Requires effective time management skills.
• Requires ability to understand and implement protocols.
• Requires experience with computer database management.
• Data analysis experience.
• Requires Microsoft Office skills.
• Must be a self-motivated individual with the ability to think critically and work independently.
• Requires strong interpersonal skills.

• Test Administration: Administer psychological assessments according to established protocols, ensuring that tests are given in a standardized manner.

• Scoring and Interpretation: Score tests and interpret results, preparing detailed reports that summarize findings for psychologists or other professionals.

• Client Interaction: Communicate with clients about the testing process, helping to alleviate any anxiety or concerns they may have.

Desired candidate profile

• Assessment Administration: Proficient in administering a variety of psychological tests, including cognitive, personality, and neuropsychological assessments.

• Data Analysis: Ability to analyze and interpret test results accurately, drawing meaningful conclusions about a client’s psychological functioning.

• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate test administration and scoring.

• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with various assessment tools and software used for scoring and data analysis.

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to report findings clearly to supervisors and other professionals.

• Empathy and Sensitivity: Ability to interact with clients compassionately and sensitively, especially in potentially stressful testing situations.

• Organization: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple assessments and maintain accurate records.

• Ethical Judgment: Understanding of ethical guidelines and confidentiality requirements related to psychological testing.

• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with psychologists, educators, and other professionals.

• Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying updated on best practices in psychological assessment and emerging assessment tools.