Clinical Research Coordinator & Psychology Support
Description

We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator with a psychology or counseling background to support an active psychiatry clinical trial. This role also provides support for psychological testing and forensic evaluations conducted by a supervising forensic psychologist.


This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience across clinical research, behavioral health, and forensic psychology in a professional clinical setting.


Ideal Candidate: 


This role is well suited for candidates with graduate training in psychology who are interested in developing experience in:

  • Psychiatry clinical research
     
  • Psychological assessment and testing
     
  • Forensic psychology
     
  • Behavioral health research
     

This position is ideal for individuals planning careers in clinical psychology, forensic psychology, psychiatry research, or behavioral health research.


Clinical Research Coordinator – Psychiatry Clinical Trial

  • Coordinate the day-to-day operations of an active psychiatry clinical trial.
     
  • Recruit and screen research participants according to study inclusion/exclusion criteria.
     
  • Administer standardized screening instruments and outcome measures at designated study time points.
     
  • Maintain study documentation in compliance with IRB requirements and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
     
  • Track participant progress and schedule study visits and follow-up assessments.
     
  • Compile enrollment metrics and report trial progress to the Principal Investigator.
     
  • Coordinate with clinical staff to ensure protocol compliance and participant safety.
     

Forensic Psychology & Testing Support

  • Provide administrative and logistical support for forensic and specialty psychological evaluations.
     
  • Coordinate scheduling, records management, and case documentation.
     
  • Assist with psychological testing materials and evaluation report preparation.
     
  • Schedule collateral interviews and coordinate with attorneys, courts, law enforcement, and referring agencies.
     
  • Maintain confidential case files in accordance with legal, ethical, and professional standards.
     
  • Conduct literature searches and background research to support evaluation preparation.
     
  • Assist with policy development and logistics for new psychology program initiatives.
     
  • Support billing, documentation, and other practice management functions as needed.
     
Requirements

Education

  • Master’s degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
     

Experience

  • Prior experience or academic training in clinical research, research coordination, or behavioral assessment required.
     
  • Experience in behavioral health, psychiatry, clinical research, or psychological testing environments preferred.
     

Certification

  • Must be eligible to apply for Certified Psychological Testing Technician (CPTT) designation in Tennessee.
     

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Knowledge of clinical research processes, including IRB procedures, informed consent, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
     
  • Familiarity with psychological assessment or forensic evaluation processes preferred.
     
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
     
  • Ability to coordinate complex workflows involving patients, providers, and external stakeholders.
     
  • Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR), research databases, and Microsoft Office.
     
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail when handling sensitive clinical and legal information.