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Iqvia
IQVIA
1+ years
Not Disclosed
Kolkata, India
10 Feb. 12, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Part Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater – Bengali Speaking
Location: Kolkata, India (Remote / Home-Based)
Job Type: Part-Time
Work Hours: Flexible (Estimated 2–12 hours per month)
Job ID: R1524563
Experience Required: Minimum 1 year of clinical experience with stroke patients

About the Company
IQVIA is a global leader in clinical research services, advanced analytics, and technology-enabled healthcare solutions. The organization partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies to accelerate clinical development, enhance patient outcomes, and deliver high-quality data insights. With strong scientific expertise and innovative technology platforms, IQVIA supports global clinical trials and healthcare innovation.

Role Overview
The Clinical Specialist / Stroke Rater plays a critical role in supporting stroke-related clinical trials by administering standardized neurological assessments and ensuring data quality, accuracy, and consistency. The role involves evaluating patient outcomes using validated stroke rating scales, reviewing assessments conducted by other raters, and maintaining protocol compliance and inter-rater reliability.

This opportunity is designed for healthcare professionals with clinical expertise in stroke care, neurological assessment, and clinical research who are fluent in Bengali and seeking flexible remote work in the life sciences industry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer validated stroke assessment scales to clinical trial participants, including EQ-5D-5L (interviewer and proxy versions) and Modified Rankin Scale (mRS).

  • Review and evaluate stroke assessments conducted by other raters to ensure accuracy and compliance with clinical trial protocols.

  • Conduct live interactions with raters to provide feedback on scoring methodology and assessment techniques.

  • Participate in training programs, orientation sessions, and calibration activities to maintain certification and consistency.

  • Prepare for rater discussions by reviewing case data, patient records, and relevant documentation.

  • Complete scheduled rater interactions and submit required documentation within defined timelines.

  • Support mock interviews and performance assessments of raters as required.

  • Ensure adherence to clinical research standards, quality guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Master’s degree (MA/MS) in Medicine, Neurology, Psychology, or a related healthcare discipline.

  • MD, DO, or PhD preferred.

Experience

  • Minimum 1 year of clinical experience working with stroke patients.

  • Prior experience administering stroke-related rating scales in clinical trials or research settings.

  • Experience in neurological assessment or clinical research environments preferred.

Skills and Competencies

  • Proficiency in administering EQ-5D-5L and Modified Rankin Scale (mRS).

  • Fluency in Bengali (mandatory requirement).

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with clinical teams and research staff.

  • Excellent organizational, time management, and documentation skills.

  • High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and quality.

  • Ability to work independently in a remote clinical research environment.

Work Environment
This part-time, home-based role offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to contribute to global stroke clinical research programs. The position provides exposure to international clinical trials, standardized neurological assessments, and collaborative research initiatives.

About IQVIA
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, healthcare intelligence, and commercial insights for the life sciences industry. The organization accelerates the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments, improving patient outcomes and advancing global population health.