"Psychometrist"

Psychometrist

Title: Psychometrist

Location: Upper East Side

Org Unit: Memory Disorders

Work Days: Monday-Friday

Weekly Hours: 35.00

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $31.59 - $36.31

*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Position Summary

The Weill Cornell Memory Disorders Program, and outpatient program in the Department of Neurology, Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders of Weill Cornell Medicine is seeking a detail-oriented psychometrist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in psychometric assessment and a commitment to providing high-quality test administration to individuals experiencing memory and cognitive changes. Under the supervision of a licensed clinical neuropsychologist, the psychometrist will administer and score a range of standardized neuropsychological measures, assist with data collection for clinical trials, and contribute to the integrity of cognitive assessments used in both clinical and research contexts.

Job Responsibilities

• Administer formal cognitive assessments for evaluation of memory and other cognitive disorders, adhering to high quality standardized administration and scoring procedures.
• Score assessments accurately using available normative data; track and organize data for clinical and research use.
• Maintain secure, well-organized records and ensure strict confidentiality of all patient and study data.
• Participate as a rater in clinical trials focused on memory and neurodegenerative conditions; follow study specific protocols and documentation procedures.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively with patients and multidisciplinary staff to support high-quality care and accurate assessment outcomes.

Education

• Master's Degree in psychology, education, or a related field is required

Experience

The ideal candidate will have at least one year relevant experience in psychometric assessment, preferably in a neurology setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with commonly used cognitive assessments; experience with ADAS-Cog and prior experience as a rater in clinical trials is strongly preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency, including use of web-based platforms and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with sensitivity to the needs of individuals with cognitive impairment and their families.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining data integrity, test security, and confidentiality.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certification from the Board of Certified Psychometrists (preferred)