About the role
Location ST. LOUIS, MO 63108

 Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Prenatal Rhythms, Infant Sleep and Mental health (PRISM) Study being run in the division of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at WashU School of Medicine are seeking to hire a compassionate, dedicated Professional Rater II to join our growing team. We are committed to improving outcomes for children and families by understanding the factors that influence early development and mental health. We are seeking an individual who is comfortable working with pregnant mothers, infants, and diverse families, and who has strong research, assessment, and organizational skills. This position will support ongoing research within the Early Emotional Development Program (EEDP) in the Department of Psychiatry. This project examines how mothers sleep during pregnancy and postpartum affects infant sleep, neural, and socioemotional and behavioral development across the first two years of life. This Professional Rater II will assist with participant engagement, study visits, assessments, and data collection involving pregnant mothers and infants/toddlers. The position may also involve conducting interviews, administering research measures, and coordinating with families throughout their participation in the study. Experience working with diverse study populations and families in the St. Louis area is preferred. We offer a collegial and collaborative work environment that values and respects each team member's contributions. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, detail-oriented, and comfortable interacting with families during pregnancy, infancy, and toddlerhood. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Screens and schedules participants for study per protocol. Accurately document and assess participant history, symptoms, and diagnoses using clinical interviews, creating a comprehensive view of their psychological experiences. Conducts in-laboratory EEG sessions with children. Administers child behavioral assessments during the in-laboratory assessments. Monitors caregivers at-home compliance to remote data collection procedures. Leverages your unique insights and clinical acumen to ensure participants are engaged with study procedures. Engages in thoughtful communication with principal investigators, other clinical team members, and research staff, fostering a spirit of teamwork in service of our research and clinical mission. Actively participates in continuous learning and professional development initiatives to stay at the forefront of research and clinical best practices. Upholds the highest standard of participant confidentiality, ensuring stringent adherence to HIPPA regulations and institutional research guidelines. Maintains proper documentation and record keeping. Prepares/edits progress reports and attends meetings. May participate in training of Professional Rater I. Monitors and orders any supplies necessary for successfully conducting the research assessments. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Physical Effort: Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education. Certifications /Professional Licenses : The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role. Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross Work Experience: Relevant Experience (1 Year) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job Required Qualifications: Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date. Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements). Preferred Qualifications Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications /Professional Licenses : No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills: Assessment Testing, Computer Systems, Conducting Interviews, Family Communication, Interactive Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Organizing, Patient Support, Physician Communications, Psychology, Research Data Collection, Respect Diversity, Social Work, Working with Children Grade C07-H Salary Range $19.93 - $29.93 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ . Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.