Psychometrics Specialist

Job Summary

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 Job Responsibilities (Essential Duties): x000d

• Collect performance-based data through the administration of neuropsychological assessments, and behavioral observations according to established protocols and evidence-based clinical knowledge and judgement.x000d x000d
• Score performance-based data accurately using standardized testing, scoring protocols and normative data and precise recording of results.x000d
• Perform data entry and assist in the maintenance of research datasets.x000d
• Prepare physical data for digitization in compliance with established protocols.x000d
• Ensure quality control of data by assisting with the double scoring of test data as needed.x000d
• Contribute to manuscript preparation and dissemination of assessment findings.x000d
• Maintain comprehensive records of assessment outcomes to assist with preparation of written reports and data analysis.x000d
• Maintain and process required protocol paperwork.x000d
• Communicate standardized instructions to examinees to ensure consistency and data accuracy.x000d
• Communicate data discoveries, observations, and any deviations from standard established protocols with supervisors.x000d
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.x000d x000d x000d Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.