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What is an assistant psychometric?

Assistant Psychometricians are professionals who support the development, administration, and analysis of psychological tests and assessments. They typically work under the supervision of senior psychometricians to help collect and process data, score tests, maintain records, and assist with statistical analysis. Their work ensures the reliability and validity of assessments used in fields such as education, psychology, and human resources. Assistant Psychometricians often work in testing organizations, research institutions, or educational settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant psychometric?

To thrive as an Assistant Psychometric, you need a background in psychology or a related field, keen analytical ability, and familiarity with psychometric principles and test administration. Proficiency with data analysis software, test scoring systems, and sometimes certification in psychological testing tools is often required. Strong attention to detail, interpersonal skills, and organizational abilities help you manage sensitive data and interact with clients or test-takers effectively. These competencies ensure accurate assessment processes, ethical handling of information, and reliable support for senior psychologists.

What are some typical challenges faced by an assistant psychometric and how can they be managed?

Assistant Psychometrics often encounter challenges such as handling large volumes of test data, ensuring accuracy in scoring, and maintaining strict confidentiality. Effective time management and attention to detail are essential, as errors can impact assessment validity. Collaborating closely with senior psychometricians and following standardized procedures helps mitigate mistakes. Regular training and open communication within the team also support professional development and problem-solving.

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Psychometrist

University of California San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

University Of California San Francisco rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Psychometrist is a highly trained professional who supports the Clinical Trials Team at the UCSF Memory and Aging Center by administering, scoring, and reporting psychological assessments. The Memory and Aging Center Clinical Trials Team requires a dedicated, full-time, highly trained psychometrist who can perform standardized testing, and assist the site to qualify for its many ongoing research studies, provide longitudinal continuity, and ensure valid test results for numerous clinical trials and observational studies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Demonstrates proficiency in the administration, scoring, and reporting of psychological assessments
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse and sometimes challenging patient populations.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in high-pressure, fast-paced environments 
  • Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a closely related field and minimum of one year of experience administering and scoring psychological tests
  • Strong work ethic and reliability
  • Ability to perform effectively under pressure

  • Experience working with the geriatric population

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master's degree in Psychology or a related field
  • Licensure as a psychometrist or demonstrated experience in psychometrics
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
  • Experience administering neuropsychological assessments, dementia rating scales in geriatric populations, and research-related rating scales

70

Yes

Administer assessments to healthy participants and to adult patients who have cognitive and/or neurological problems (interview patients and caregivers, administer selected neuropsychological tests according to standardized instructions in published testmanuals and according to research protocols, score neuropsychological tests manually or by computer according to standardized instructions published in test manuals, record and report test results). Report results that warrant prompt action to the research physicians.

Work with studysponsors and ratingvendors to qualify as a cognitive rater on various research studies and respond to queries in a timely manner.

5

Yes

Preparation of normative data in psychometric instruments

5

No

Assistance in translation of documents for monolingual participants and families (if employee is bilingual)

10

Yes

Meeting organization, attendance, preparation of meeting and recruitment materials, and occasional community outreach event participation

5

Yes

Assist in research activities, following all regulatory requirements as appropriate.

5

Yes

Assist in special research projects as assigned.

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total sum shouldadd up to 100%.)

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