Psychometric Research Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This is an evergreen requisition, meaning we don't have an immediate opening, but we're actively seeking talented professionals for upcoming opportunities. By applying, your information will be reviewed and considered for future roles as they become available. If you're interested in a future with K2 Medical Research, we encourage you to apply!

At K2 Medical Research, we are transforming healthcare by delivering tomorrow’s treatments today. As a rapidly growing clinical research organization across Florida, Tennessee, and Rhode Island, we lead multiphasic trials in therapeutic areas ranging from neurodegenerative to cardiometabolic medicine. Our culture is grounded in clinical excellence and a patient-first mission. We are seeking mission-driven individuals ready to play a meaningful role in bringing life-changing treatments to the patients who need them most.

K2 is pooling for experienced Clinical Research Coordinator/Project Managers, Clinical Research Assistants, Prescreen Coordinators, & Psychometric Raters to potentially support our clinic out of The Villages, FL.

These positions will support clinical trial performance and ensure conduct is congruent to the philosophy and mission of K2 Medical Research. Promote good clinical practices in the conduct of clinical investigations by possessing an in-depth knowledge of federal regulations and K2 Medical Research guidelines (SOPs) for the enrollment and maintenance of subjects in clinical trials, and by collecting, recording, and maintaining source and sponsor documentation.

Positions and Responsibilities/Qualifications:

• The Psychometric Rater is responsible for administering and interpreting quantitative and qualitative tests as part of a clinical team investigating treatments for disease states including Alzheimer’s, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Depression, and Parkinson’s. This position ensures data collection is in congruence with company philosophy and specific scale administration guidelines. Key responsibilities include conducting diagnostic assessments and caregiver interviews, preventing rater drift, and supervising study lead duties for at least four studies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate situational awareness and empathy when working with patients of diminished mental capacity. A minimum of a BS/BA in Psychology is required (Master’s preferred), along with at least 2 years of psychometric or clinical research experience. Being a Certified Psychometrist and bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred.
• The Clinical Research Coordinator/Project Manager takes a lead role in the end-to-end execution of clinical trials, ensuring strict adherence to study protocols, GCP, and FDA guidelines. This role is responsible for the comprehensive management of assigned studies—from attending investigator meetings and coordinating with the Principal Investigator to managing complex communications with CROs, Sponsors, and monitors. Key duties include performing clinical tasks such as phlebotomy and ECGs, administering psychiatric rating scales, maintaining interrater reliability, and managing study medication and source documentation. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s degree, strong medical or neurodegenerative research experience (particularly in Parkinson’s), and the leadership skills necessary to mentor staff and drive organizational momentum. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is highly desired.
• The Clinical Research Assistant provides vital operational support to the clinical team, assisting the Site Director and Project Managers in the daily execution of study protocols. This role focuses on maintaining a seamless flow of communication between patients, study staff, and referral sources while ensuring all documentation and sponsor queries are completed with high accuracy and timeliness. Responsibilities include collecting initial patient medical history, performing essential clinical tasks like vital signs and specimen packaging, and educating patients and their families on the clinical trial process. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with a high school diploma (Bachelor’s preferred) and a clinical background; while prior research experience is ideal, we value a combination of related education and a genuine passion for advancing medical research.
• The Prescreen Coordinator serves as the initial bridge between potential participants and groundbreaking medical research at our clinic in The Villages, FL. This role is essential for maintaining the integrity of our studies, focusing on the meticulous triage of patients through medical and psychiatric interviews, record collection, and preliminary clinical assessments such as memory testing and vital signs. Beyond data entry and schedule management, the Coordinator acts as a vital educator, guiding patients and their families through the complexities and requirements of the clinical trial process. We are looking for a dependable, customer-service-oriented professional with a minimum of one year of clerical experience—ideally in a healthcare setting—who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to ensure every data point is captured with precision to support the advancement of patient care.

Your growth and well-being are our priority. Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision options, supplemental insurance plans, 401(k) with immediate employer match, generous paid time off, and paid holidays. Most notably, we support a healthy work-life balance through a four-day work week, consisting of 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday. Fridays are reserved only for critical business needs or administrative tasks; otherwise, they are your chance to kick-start your weekend.

Join the K2 Family: Where Compassion and Connection Lead the Way! At K2 Medical Research, people come first and we're seeking warm, wonderful humans who effortlessly click with everyone, from our incredible patients to brilliant physicians and dedicated research staff.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate what makes you uniquely you and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital, or veteran statuses.

We value the differences among our team members and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Talent@k2med.com. We are here to ensure you have the support and tools you need to shine.