Clinical Scientist/Neuropsychological Rater

Irvine Clinical Research

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Irvine, CA on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted January 10, 2026 Last posted January 10, 2026
Job description
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

Compensation (from employer):
85000–85000 USD per year

About this role

Summary

Assess and interview participants for neurology and psychiatry clinical trials involving memory and cognitive issues

Job title

Clinical Scientist/Neuropsychological Rater

Experience level

MA/MS/PsyD in related field

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Irvine, CA; on-site work only

Salary

85000–85000 USD per year

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

psychologyneurosciencecognitive assessmentsclinical interviewsEnglish

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

neurologypsychiatrycognitive assessmentsclinical rating scales
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Irvine, CA, USA

On-site City
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