Clinical Trial Rater - Borderline Personality Disorder

Clinical Trial Rater – Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Location: Remote based in the US

Hours: Approximately 5h per week

Role: Clinical Specialist

About IQVIA

IQVIA is a global leader in advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services. We collaborate with top pharmaceutical and biotech companies to accelerate innovation and improve patient outcomes. Our mission is to combine data science and human expertise to transform healthcare worldwide.

We are seeking experienced and reliable Clinical Trial Raters to conduct standardized psychiatric assessments for a clinical trial in Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). The rater will be responsible for administering validated clinician‑rated instruments, ensuring high-quality, consistent data collection in accordance with the study protocol, GCP, and regulatory requirements.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, experience with psychiatric populations, and the ability to maintain objectivity and inter‑rater reliability across multiple assessments and time points.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct structured and semi‑structured clinical interviews with trial participants diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder
• Administer, score, and document validated psychiatric rating scales: Zanarini Rating Scale for Borderline Personality Disorder (ZAN‑BPD) and McLean Screening Instrument for BPD (MSI‑BPD)
• Maintain inter‑rater reliability, including participation in calibration, training, and quality review sessions
• Identify and escalate safety concerns (e.g. suicidality) according to protocol and sponsor guidelines
• Work closely with study investigators, site staff, and sponsor/CRO teams to support high‑quality trial execution
• Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), SOPs, and ethical guidelines at all times
• Maintain participant confidentiality and a trauma‑informed, empathetic approach during all assessments

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g. Psychology, Psychiatry or related discipline)
• At least 3 years clinical experience working with Borderline Personality Disorder patients
• Experience as clinical trial rater or assessor in CNS trials
• Demonstrated experience with clinician‑rated psychiatric scales
• Strong interviewing skills with the ability to manage emotionally complex or sensitive interactions
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills

Why Work With Us?

• Flexible, remote work schedule.
• Opportunity to contribute to global clinical research.
• Collaborate with a team committed to improving patient care and advancing science

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role is The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

Key skills/competency

• Clinical Trial Rater
• Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
• Psychiatric Assessments
• Clinical Interviews
• Zanarini Rating Scale (ZAN-BPD)
• McLean Screening Instrument (MSI-BPD)
• Inter-rater Reliability
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• CNS Trials
• Healthcare Intelligence