Psychometrics Specialist
University of Illinois Chicago
Job Title: Psychometrics Specialist
Department: Department of Psychiatry, College of Medicine
Location: University of Illinois Chicago
About the Role
The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Psychometrics Specialist to support clinical and research operations. This role focuses on the administration of neuropsychological assessments, accurate data collection, scoring, and management, contributing to data integrity, quality control, and the preparation of research findings. The specialist will collaborate with neuropsychologists, patients, and other team members, ensuring accuracy and quality in neuropsychological assessments and research outputs.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect performance-based data through the administration of neuropsychological assessments and behavioral observations according to established protocols and evidence-based clinical knowledge.
- Accurately score performance-based data using standardized testing, scoring protocols, and normative data, with 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 data quality control by assisting with the double scoring of test data as needed.
- Contribute to manuscript preparation and the dissemination of assessment findings.
- Maintain comprehensive records of assessment outcomes for 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 established protocols to supervisors.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor’s degree in a social science or related field.
- Experience working in a position involving clinical, psychosocial, health, or epidemiology services/research.
- Experience in the field of psychology, mental health, human behavior.
- Experience interacting with patients/subjects.
- Entry-level knowledge of research methods.
- Knowledge of fundamental research concepts, practices, and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience administering standardized psychometrics assessments to patients/subjects.
Compensation & Benefits
- Wage: $43,888 (for 100% FTE)
- Eligible for benefits, including:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition waivers for employees and dependents