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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH CURRICULUM ASSOCIATES POSTING DATE: 6/16/21

Job Title Research Scientist

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full-time

Location (city, state) Remote

Company Name + Description Curriculum Associates Curriculum Associates (CA) is a leading educational technology and publishing company with a mission to make classrooms better places. We have both a responsibility and opportunity to reduce the effects of systemic racism for students, educators, and educational communities we serve and for our own team members. We are committed to ensuring CA is a champion of antiracist ideals in our service to schools, in our products, and in our company culture. Our research-based, award-winning print and digital instruction and assessment products provide educators with tools necessary to personalize learning for every student and help all students become college and career ready.

Position Description At Curriculum Associates (CA), we believe a diverse team leads to diversity in thinking, making our products better for teachers and students. If you read this job description, feel energized by what you see here, and believe you could bring passion and commitment to the role, but you aren’t sure you meet every qualification, please apply! Above all, we are looking for the right person! Curriculum Associates is a rapidly growing educational technology and publishing company committed to making classrooms better places for teachers and students. We are seeking a talented individual with strong research skills to join our Research team as a Research Scientist. In this role, you’ll develop and execute rigorous research projects focused on CA’s current and under-development solutions for improving student outcomes in reading and mathematics, especially for students who are historically underserved. You’ll use a variety of data types, study designs, and analysis strategies to answer important questions related to maximizing the success of all students, including students who are unprepared for the grade in which they find themselves and students who are likely to receive a lower quality education. Please note: A cover letter is required for consideration.

This opportunity is right for you if:

You are fiercely committed to providing educators and decision makers at all levels of the education system – national, state, district, and classroom – timely, accurate, meaningful research results to inform policy and practice You are deeply passionate about using the power of data analytics and research to help all students reach their potential – especially those students who have been prepared inequitably You have experience with and interest in research related to closing achievement gaps, equity in education, and other issues related to underserved student populations You enjoy the challenge of successfully wrangling large, complex data sets You are energized when your research is due on a tight turn-around because it is needed to inform timely decisions that will help make classrooms better for students and teachers You can independently handle quantitative analyses and communicate the results clearly and succinctly to non-technical audiences Location: Curriculum Associates is a socially responsible, rapidly growing educational company headquartered northwest of Boston, MA. This is a remote position which will work collaboratively with a team of other researchers, most of whom are also working remotely. Travel expectations: Less than 10% of total time. Travel for this position will likely include one semi-annual team meeting, one semi-annual technical advisory committee meeting, and travel to national conferences when proposals have been accepted. Compensation & benefits: Competitive salary with great benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, employer contributed 401K.

Essential Job Functions The impact you’ll have: You’ll be partnered with a dynamic team to design studies that answer actionable research questions about numerous educational interventions, products, and services You’ll draft documentation for internal and external audiences, including process documentation, analysis specifications, and reporting of results You will have opportunities to present research findings to diverse audiences, including staff meetings, meetings with external clients, and professional conferences You’ll contribute to quality control processes to ensure the accuracy of data, analyses, and findings of research project

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Who we’re looking for: Ph.D. and 3+ years required within the education research, psychometrics/educational measurement, psychology, or other quantitative social science discipline Demonstrated practical experience working on education research and/or evaluation projects in a non-academic setting Demonstrated experience with matching, hierarchical modeling, clustering or other data reduction techniques, and other complex statistical methods Knowledge of educational measurement principles, including familiarity with psychometric concepts such as measurement error, validity, and reliability estimation and IRT Experience with a research-oriented programming language (preferably SAS or R) for manipulating data and conducting basic statistical analyses. Experience using SQL for querying from large, complex databases is preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills Independent worker and collaborative colleague We’d also love to see, though not required: Demonstrated experience in digital learning, reading, and/or mathematics at the K-8 level

How to Apply https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=os3fffwJ&s=NCME

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH SRI INTERNATIONAL POSTING DATE: 6/16/21

Job Title Research Intern/Post doc - Start July 1

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) exempt or non-exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) full time or part time

Location (city, state) Menlo Park, California

Company Name + Description SRI International

Position Description SRI International (formerly the Stanford Research Institute) is looking for a research intern/post-doc focused on psychometrics and statistical modeling. The intern/post-doc will work with the researchers at SRI and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) on an Institute of Education Sciences (IES) funded project, which uses statistical and machine learning techniques to understand the differences in test-taking processes for learners with and without disabilities.

Essential Job Functions An individual accepted into this position will spend at least 80% of their time conducting statistical analysis in the secure data room for this project in SRI’s Menlo Park office. Depending on interest and funding, the hired individual could work on a variety of other IES, NSF, and private foundation funded projects at SRI. As part of the research team, the intern/post-doc will have the opportunity to receive psychometrics and machine learning training from SRI and UIUC and co-author papers with the PIs.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) • Two years of coursework in a Ph.D. program or a Master’s degree completed in a relevant field. • Fluent in R programming, including writing statistical functions, data manipulation and visualization, and regular expressions (e.g., handling string/text/log data). • Knowledge in statistics and data science including hypothesis testing, linear and generalized linear models, and the basics of supervised/unsupervised learning. • Experience with machine learning, natural language processing, and text mining is a plus.

How to Apply Please send your curriculum vitae and a cover letter highlights the courses or training that qualify you for this position to [email protected].

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY POSTING DATE: 6/16/21

Job Title Assistant or Associate Professor in Psychometrics

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full-time

Location (city, state) Baltimore, MD

Company Name + Description Morgan State University, founded in 1867, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research institution providing instruction to a multiethnic, multiracial, multinational student body and offering more than 125 academic programs leading to degrees from the baccalaureate to the doctorate. As Maryland's Preeminent Public Urban Research University, Morgan fulfills its mission to address the needs and challenges of the modern urban environment through intense community-level study and pioneering solutions. Located in a charming residential area of northeast Baltimore near the historic neighborhoods of Morgan Park and Wilson Park, Morgan's impressive, 152-acre campus features state- of-the-art facilities geared toward innovative teaching and learning in the 21st century. The campus, designated as a National Treasure by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, offers a safe and inviting learning environment with easy access to the best the city has to offer: culture, exhibits, dining, shopping, activities, sightseeing and employment. The off-campus opportunities also extend to community projects and civic engagement. Morgan has graduated more than 50,000 degree candidates since its establishment more than 150 years ago, producing a passionately devoted corps of alumni who have found success in all areas of endeavor, in the U.S. and beyond. Among the nation's most diverse Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and the largest in Maryland, Morgan seeks to ensure that the doors of higher education are opened as wide as possible to as many as possible.

Position Description The Graduate Program in Psychometrics at Morgan State University, housed within the Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts, invites applications for a 9.5-month tenure-track position in Psychometrics at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.

Candidates must have a PhD in Psychometrics, Quantitative Psychology, Educational Psychology, or a closely related field, along with a strong program of research and training in Psychometrics or Quantitative Methods. Candidates without a PhD in Psychology or one of the referenced subfields should have a background in Psychology at the Master’s or Bachelor’s level. Must have a minimum of two years of experience as an instructor of record teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.

Preference will be given to candidates who meet the minimum qualifications with post-doctoral experiences and expertise in quantitative methods. Priority also will be given to candidates who are eligible for prompt appointment to the Graduate Faculty and who can contribute to the program’s growing focus on culturally responsive measurement. Experience in evaluation research and program management is a plus. Applicants should demonstrate excellence or promise of excellence in teaching, scholarly research and publication, and mentoring graduate students. Candidates will be expected to teach primarily in the Graduate Program in Psychometrics, with occasional teaching in the Undergraduate Program in Psychology. Additionally, candidates will be expected to begin supervising graduate students during the second year of appointment and to contribute to the growth of the Psychometrics program.

Candidates will be expected to contribute to the Department’s Center for Predictive Analytics. The successful candidate will specialize in advanced quantitative methods related to psychosocial and/or educational research. Although the area of specialization is open, candidates must be able to teach basic and intermediate statistics and should be able to teach in some of the following areas: multivariate analysis, item response theory, structural equation modeling, multilevel modeling, Bayesian statistics, longitudinal analysis, robust statistics, multidimensional measurement, data mining, predictive analytics, and/or computer-based assessment, among others. There will also be opportunity to develop new courses in her/his area of specialization. Interested candidates must submit a formal application, along with the following materials: curriculum vitae, official transcripts, a statement of scholarly research interests, statement of undergraduate/graduate level teaching and mentoring philosophy, three representative reprints or preprints, syllabus, and a one-page summary of recent teaching evaluations. Three letters of recommendation are also required. Applications will not be considered until all required documents, including reference letters, have been received by the search committee. Candidates should not submit additional materials, as they will not considered as part of the application package. Please direct inquiries and correspondence to R. Trent Haines ([email protected]), Psychometrics Faculty Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology. A review of complete applications will begin on May 15, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.

Essential Job Functions Teach graduate courses in advanced quantitative methods related to psychosocial and/or education research; may teach basic and intermediate statistics. Conduct research in area of specialization. Perform service to the academic community.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Ph.D. in Psychometrics, Quantitative Psychology, Educational Psychology, or a closely related field, along with a strong program of research and training in Psychometrics or Quantitative Methods.

How to Apply All application materials must be submitted officially to https://morgan.peopleadmin.com.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE US FDA- CENTER FOR DEVICES AND RADIOLOGICAL HEALTH POSTING DATE: 6/16/21

Job Title Psychometrician

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Non-exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full-time

Location (city, state) Silver Spring, Maryland

Company Name + Description U.S. FDA/Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Position Description Introduction: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is the regulatory, scientific, public health and consumer protection agency responsible for ensuring all human and animal drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, foods, food additives, drugs and medicated feeds for food producing animals, tobacco and radiation emitting devices safe, and effective. The mission of the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH or Center) is to protect and promote the public health by performing essential public health tasks designed to ensure medical devices, diagnostic products, and radiological equipment, to include new and emerging technologies, are safe, reliable, and effective for the American people. Within CDRH, the Office of Strategic Partnerships and Technology Innovation (OST or Office) provides leadership for all scientific, collaborative, and emerging technology related activities at the Center. The Patient Science and Engagement Program (PSE or Program) is the component of the Office that focuses on developing and cultivating relationships with patient advocacy organizations, health care, regulatory, and scientific communities and organizations, industry, and other patient-centric associations that are focused on patient experiences, preferences, and reported outcomes, across the total product lifecycle and the patient’s lifespan, as it relates to medical devices. Specifically, the Program conducts in-depth analyses on the patients’ use and responses to therapeutic and diagnostic medical devices and their impact on health outcomes, as well as the safety, effectiveness, and impact of medical devices on quality of life.

Position Summary: CDRH is seeking an experienced, innovative, and team oriented human data scientist who is dedicated to improving health outcomes and the quality of life of patients through the advancement of therapeutic and diagnostic medical devices. In this position, you will conduct comprehensive qualitative and quantitative psychometric analysis on the use and impact of medical devices and combination products, regulated by the Center, across the entire patient spectrum. As a critical member of the PSE multidisciplinary team, you will report directly to the Assistant Director and will be responsible for providing expert evaluation of clinical studies submitted by industry to include design, methodology, endpoints, assessment tools, and software. You will also evaluate the consistency and validity of industry reported information, as well as conduct real-world data assessment of medical device usage, patient- reported outcomes s, clinical and caregiver reported outcomes, as well as performance outcomes. You will review advertisements, and labeling related to the design and intended use of medical devices in patients. You will also design, coordinate, and conduct studies to develop or modify clinical outcome assessment instruments.

Essential Job Functions Duties/Responsibilities: As a Psychometrician you will perform the following: • Utilize your expertise in human data science to develop and implement psychometric analysis plans to evaluate clinical study data, to include https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK338448/def- item/glossary.clinical-outcome-assessment/ (such as patient-reported outcomes), evidence to support their measurement properties, compliance information, and outcomes related to the therapeutic and diagnostic benefits of medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and combination products, based on intended use. • Serve as the voice in human data science and collaborate with colleagues across the Office, Center and Agency to develop guidance documents, policies, and standards regarding the use of clinical outcome assessments in the evaluation of medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and combination products. • Evaluate manufacturers’ data to ascertain if mathematical and statistical methods, procedures, study design, and clinical claims presented are supported by validated statistical analysis and treatment data. • Assist in the development of assessment tools that support study design methodology, endpoints, and reliably evaluate and measure manufacturer claims and treatment benefits. • Offer expert statistical and psychometric interpretations of design methodology and data captured in the development of statistical and technical reports and presentations. • Keep abreast of innovative approaches in clinical study design techniques, methodology, biostatistics, and psychometrics. • Serve as an expert consultant and liaison on cross-functional teams within the Office, Center, and Agency related to the development, utilization, and interpretation of patient-based studies, in particular endpoint development, validation, and patient elicitation methods. • Evaluate the validity of psychometric instrument scores designed to capture psychological aspects of patients, to include symptoms, feelings, quality of life, and perceptions surrounding health status and medical device usage. • Represent the Program, Division, and Office at industry, standards, and FDA advisory panel meetings to share expert position regarding study design, assessment tools, endpoints, and data collected related to patient reported experiences and outcomes with the use of medical devices. • Engage and collaborate with patient advocacy groups, industry, healthcare, and scientific communities to ensure all relevant medical concerns will be addressed by studies with the prescribed assessment tools and endpoints. • Provide expert consultation to Division and Office leadership on programmatic plans, health care community, scientific, and industry related trends, significant concerns, and adverse event reported data regarding medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and combination products regulated by the Center. • Collaborate in the development, coordination, and implementation of policies and study designs to assure medical products, especially those novel in nature and with emerging technologies, appear to be safe, effective, and reliable.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Professional Experience/Key Requirements: To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your resume the necessary qualifying experience for this position, which is equivalent to the following: • Knowledge and experience with applying psychometric analysis methods such as classical test theory, item response theory, and item factor analysis. Experience in developing, applying, and/or validating psychometric instruments and patient-centered outcomes. • Evidence of a strong commitment to data quality, validation, and transparency. • Demonstrated proficiency in the use of statistical and psychometric software. • Contribute to recommendations which speak to the safety, efficacy, and reliability medical products or procedures, based on validated study data. • Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication skills, as well as teamwork Desirable Education: Applicants with advanced degrees in psychometrics, clinical psychology, neuropsychology, quantitative psychology, mathematical statistics, or educational measurement are highly desired.

How to Apply How to Apply: Submit an electronic resume or curriculum vitae, cover letter containing a brief summary of scientific accomplishments, SF-50 (if applicable), and a copy of unofficial transcripts all in one document (Adobe PDF) to [email protected], with Job Reference code “2021-OST-DARSS-PSE-01” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted through July 23, 2021.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE ALPINE TESTING SOLUTIONS POSTING DATE: 6/11/21

Job Title Program Manager I

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full time

Location (city, state) Virtual

Company Name + Description Alpine Testing Solutions, Inc. Alpine strives to be the psychometric, test development and validation, and credential management partner of choice for sustainable credentialing and education programs. We provide quality, practical solutions that enable test sponsors to develop, maintain, and continuously improve testing programs; contribute to the science and practice of testing; and enrich the world in which we live. We are employee owned and encourage ownership thinking. We are committed to the success of our clients. We are customer service driven, entrepreneurial, team oriented, and supportive. We are equally committed to quality of life. We offer opportunities for rewarding and challenging work; a virtual office environment; competitive compensation packages that include comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); and a commitment to a diverse workforce.

Position Description The Program Manager works directly with internal team members and external clients to create and proactively drive test development and validation project schedules, document project activities, manage project deliverables, manage contract requirements of scope of work, budget, and invoicing, and contribute to process improvement and other internal initiatives as necessary. This role requires up to 25% travel, including some weekends.

Essential Job Functions Key Responsibilities: • Contribute to project scoping, schedule development, pricing and evaluation • Proactively manage project schedules, scope, budgets, and resources, including changes • Evaluate potential risks and proactively resolve problems • Communicate with internal team members and external clients on a daily basis via phone, email, and other virtual communication tools • Manage, process, and organize documentation and ensure project team members have necessary inputs to complete assignments • Perform contract management including budgeting, change orders, invoicing, client strategy, and project retrospectives Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Superior organizational skills and attention to detail • Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communication, and problem resolution skills • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, changing environment • Ability to work well with diverse teams • Ability to manage and assign priorities to multiple internal and external clients and projects • Ability to adapt to new technologies • Ability to work effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., discipline, time management, task orientation) • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook)

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Position Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree • A minimum of 3 years of relevant, applied experience in program management required; experience within the testing industry a plus • A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience leading clients and stakeholders • Experience with contract management activities including scope, scope changes, project deliverables, budgets, and client strategy Preferred: • PMP Certification • Experience with test development (e.g., educational, licensure, certification) • Experience with credentialing accreditation standards (e.g., NCCA, ANSI, ISO 17024) • Experience working in a virtual or remote office environment • Experience with virtual meeting software (e.g., Zoom, WebEx, Adobe Connect, GoTo Meeting)

How to Apply Email cover letter and resume to [email protected]

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE APERTURE EDUCATION POSTING DATE: 6/11/21

Job Title Vice President of Research and Development

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full

Location (city, state) Remote or Charlotte, NC Metro Area

Company Name + Description Aperture Education

Position Description This position reports to the CEO and will be available in Q2 2021. The VP of Research and Development will have the credibility to represent Aperture Education’s commitment to science and excellence. This executive management position has responsibility for ensuring that Aperture’s intellectual property delivers promised impact, promotes educational equity, and fosters the social and emotional competence of K-12 students and adults. The VP will lead the Department of Research and Development efforts for development of intellectual property in the social and emotional learning field including assessments and strategies for students in grades K-12 as well as adults. The VP will also direct and participate in translational research in support of Aperture’s intellectual property and programs to document their impact. Together with the other members of Aperture’s Executive Leadership Team, the VP helps determine the strategic priorities and direction of Aperture Education. This is a Full-Time remote position, although there will be periodic meetings in the Philadelphia, PA and Charlotte, NC areas. Travel for speaking, conference attendance, training, and client support events is also required.

Essential Job Functions Primary Responsibilities: • Management In collaboration with the Executive Leadership Team, determines the strategic direction and priorities of Aperture Education. • Provides leadership to create and support a company culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. • Leads and supervises the Research and Development Department. • Establishes and ensures that Research and Development strategic and operational goals are aligned with and in support of Aperture Education goals. • Fosters a culture of collaboration and excellence within the Research and Development Department and between the department and other teams. • Develops and manages the Department budget. • Development of Intellectual Property In collaboration with key stakeholders, identifies and analyzes opportunities for developing intellectual property that advances Aperture’s mission and the SEL field. • Provides guidance and support to the Director of Research and Development and participates in the development of intellectual property, particularly assessments and strategies. • Collaborates with Aperture’s Digital Product Team in developing online versions of Aperture IP. • Collaborates with third parties in developing “white-labelled” variants of Aperture intellectual property to support the third parties’ programs. • Ensures that Aperture creates resources and services that are culturally affirming and are as free from cultural bias as possible. • Ensures that Aperture-created intellectual property promotes educational equity. • Participates in presentations and customer support meetings for key accounts as indicated. • Pursues funding to support the development of IP including grants. • Execution of Applied Research Provides guidance and support to the Director of Research and Development and participates in the development and execution of systematic research in support of Aperture’s intellectual property and programs. • Collaborates with Aperture Education Clients (school districts and OST programs) in applied research, program evaluation, and impact studies. • Publishes research results in the professional peer-reviewed literature and presents at major national conferences. Thought Leadership: • Represents Aperture Education on national committees, work groups, and panels. • Represents Aperture Education through public channels, including social media, conferences, and webinars. • Represents Aperture Education through authoring articles for peer-reviewed journals, trade publications and newsletters. • Keeps Aperture staff apprised of trends, opportunities, and threats in the social and emotional learning field. • Keeps Aperture staff apprised of intersecting fields and frameworks. Support of Cross-Functional Teams: • Collaborates with Aperture teams responsible for implementing and supporting clients to achieve Aperture’s impact goals. • Provides high-level technical assistance and consultation to clients as requested by Aperture teams. • Advises sales and marketing staffs of trends in the field, provides competitive intelligence, authors sales collateral as indicated, reviews sales and marketing materials as requested. • In collaboration with other members of the R&D Department, trains Aperture staff on new and existing IP.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Minimum Requirements: • Master’s degree (doctorate preferred) in psychology, education, or related field. • Ten (10) years of experience in applied research in psychology, education, or human services with continued growth in responsibilities and impact; extensive knowledge of IRB requirements, quantitative and qualitative research designs, methodology and analysis • Five (5) years of experience in management including directing high achieving, cross-department teams. • Five (5) years of experience in social and emotional learning. • Documented experience in the successful implementation of social and emotional learning programs or other education programs in school settings, ideally across rural, suburban, and urban settings. • Documented expertise in developing assessments and strategies; in-depth knowledge of psychometrics and standards for psychological tests. • History of publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national conferences. • Ability to communicate to a wide range of audiences including parents and teachers.

How to Apply https://app.trinethire.com/companies/1430-aperture-education-llc/jobs/36560-vice-president-of-research- development-remote-or-charlotte-metro-area

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE NATIONAL BOARD OF EXAMINERS IN OPTOMETRY POSTING DATE: 6/8/21

Job Title Psychometrician

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) non-exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Part-Time

Location (city, state) Charlotte, NC but will consider remote work

Company Name + Description The National Board of Examiners in Optometry - Founded in 1951, the National Board of Examiners in Optometry is an independent, non- governmental, non-profit whose examinations are universally accepted for optometric licensure in the United States and internationally. NBEO’s mission is to serve the public and the profession of Optometry by developing, administering, scoring, and reporting results of valid examinations that assess competence. NBEO has a full-time staff of 18 and utilizes over 100 optometrists as subject matter experts nationwide in support of its examination programs. NBEO is one of the few national boards in any profession with a repertoire of exams that include computer-based tests, an advanced competence exam, and clinical skills test using standardized patients at the National Center of Clinical Testing in Optometry.

Position Description Knowledge of or experience in test development, best practices in item-writing, exam blueprint development, survey development, and the field of licensure testing. Able to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to handle complex tasks, strong organizational skills, ability to balance multiple competing priorities and maintain a high degree of responsiveness.

Essential Job Functions Knowledge of or experience in test equating methods, IRT (specifically Rasch modeling), classical test theory and testlets.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) PhD in Psychometrics, Educational Measurement or Similar. At least three years of experience is desired.

How to Apply Email cover letter and resume to [email protected]

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE STATE OF COLORADO POSTING DATE: 6/7/21

Job Title Director of Examinations and Statistics

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full Time

Location (city, state) Denver, CO

Company Name + Description State of Colorado - Division of Professions and Occupations

Position Description The Division of Professions and Occupations (DPO) protects consumers in the state of Colorado through licensing and regulatory enforcement for approximately 50 professions, occupations, and businesses, and the corollary regulatory environment. This work unit within DPO exists to ensure that the more than 49 regulatory programs within the division administer national and state examinations that effectively accomplish the following: 1. Serve their public protection function 2. Are properly validated, reliable, non-discriminatory and legally defensible 3. Use state-of-the-art psychometric methods and the most efficient information processing technology.

Essential Job Functions • Developing, administering and implementing the division’s examination service program by planning, organizing and executing test validation, development, and processing projects for board within the division • Designing and executing occupational analysis, standard-setting, automated item banking, scoring/analysis, security, and training projects • Assembling and directing the work of groups of professionals throughout the state that assist on test development projects • Participating in the development of new and revised testing standards and procedures by serving on national standards committees and advocating for change in the state’s interest • Developing state-specific examination content based on research and knowledge of modifications to state or national laws or requirements for competence • Developing surveys for the division to gain feedback from stakeholders related to various division needs • Providing psychometric and statistical analysis for the division as it related to all examination preparation and results, division RFP’s (requests for proposal) for contracts, and division surveys • Conducting research on national and state-specific regulatory standards as it relates to testing, psychometrics, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – including serving as the division’s ADA expert by assisting licensing team members with ADA examination authorizations and providing training on ADA requirements.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in psychometrics, statistics, or a closely related field; AND Five (5) years of professional* work experience performing all of the following functions: 1. Project Management: managing and effectively prioritizing multiple projects, including conducting in-depth research; monitoring and driving progress; and reporting outcomes 2. Data and Statistical Analysis: metric development and tracking; collecting, compiling and organizing data; and establishing effective reporting mechanisms 3. Psychometrics: experience applying knowledge of the foundations of psychometrics, including classical test theory, item response theory, structural equation modeling, mixed-effects modeling, etc. AND experience applying and enforcing psychometric standards and compiling metrics regarding the defensibility of tests/examinations, as well as implementing and conducting job analysis studies to inform defensibility of test specifications.

How to Apply https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/3098830/dora-division-of-professions-occupations-director- of-examinations-and-statisti?keywords=dora&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BAR EXAMINERS POSTING DATE: 6/1/21

Job Title Research/Psychometric Analyst

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full-time

Location (city, state) Madison, Wisconsin

Company Name + Description The National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) is a nonprofit organization that provides high-quality assessment products, services, and research for the benefit and protection of the public and the legal profession. We assist state courts and licensing authorities with fulfilling their responsibility to determine minimal competence for entry to the legal profession. Diversity, fairness, and inclusion are central to NCBE’s mission and to our vision for a competent, ethical, and diverse legal profession. NCBE provides an inclusive and family-friendly environment, flexible schedules, remote work options, and competitive salary and benefits. NCBE’s headquarters is located in Madison, Wisconsin, a vibrant community with excellent municipal services and educational opportunities. Mission: NCBE promotes fairness, integrity, and best practices in admission to the legal profession for the benefit and protection of the public. We serve admission authorities, courts, the legal education community, and candidates by providing high-quality assessment products, services, and research; character investigations; and informational and educational resources and programs. EEO Statement: NCBE is proud to be an equal employment opportunity organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Please note that applicants may be contacted via email throughout the hiring process. We suggest that you add BambooHR (@bamboohr.com and @app.bamboohr.com) to your Approved/Safe Sender list so that email notifications are delivered to your inbox and not marked as spam.

Position Description The Research Analyst is responsible for updating and maintaining databases and conducting statistical analyses in support of NCBE research and testing activities.

Essential Job Functions Specific responsibilities include the following: • Work with operational testing personnel to develop, maintain, and document the longitudinal databases in support of research and testing operation needs. • Implement operational scoring and related quality control tasks for NCBE’s examination programs in conjunction with other research and test operation staff. • Provide information gathering and data processing support to project staff in the design and development of the next generation bar examination initiative. • Participate in research projects that include, but are not limited to, designing research studies, presenting research at local, regional and national conferences and authoring research summaries or articles for NCBE stakeholders, The Bar Examiner, or peer-reviewed publications. • Participate in committees and present at meetings pertinent to NCBE’s mission.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Qualifications include: • Master's degree in statistics, measurement, or psychometrics preferred and/or bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 year’s relevant experience. • Expertise in data-base systems; Excel is required, SQL and other systems desired. • Experience with statistical analysis software (SAS and/or SPSS). • A minimum of one year of relevant job or supervised practicum experience, preferably with a testing program. Salary commensurate with years of experience and accomplishments. The Research Analyst may work remotely, but some on-site presence at the corporate office is preferred.

How to Apply https://ncbe.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=20&source=aWQ9OA%3D%3D

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE BOARDS OF NURSING POSTING DATE: 5/26/21

Job Title Psychometrician II, Examinations

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full time

Location (city, state) Chicago, IL

Company Name + Description The National Council States Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) is a not-for-profit organization whose membership includes the nursing regulatory bodies in the 50 US states, the District of Columbia, four U.S. territories, 9 Canadian Provinces, and 27 international jurisdictions. Our mission empowers and supports nursing regulators in their mandate to protect the public. NCSBN promotes leadership, excellence and innovation in addressing local and global regulatory and healthcare challenges through strategic alliances and partnership with its members and other organizations, both public and private. NCSBN is engaged in a transformative process to better support its strategic direction and initiatives focusing on its mission to empower and support nursing regulators in their mandate to protect the public. The building blocks of achieving NCSBN’s vision of leading regulatory excellence are encapsulated in the following four focusing concepts: • Collaboration • Performance Measures and Metrics • Governance • Data and Technology These focusing concepts require NCSBN to gain and maintain individuals with key skills related to communication, change management, performance management, quality improvement, policy, board development, strategic partnering, data analytics, and economics. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) is an equal employment opportunity employer. Decisions affecting employment are considered without regard to disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected characteristic.

Position Description Coordinates operational examination development activities related to psychometrics, psychometric aspects of major projects (e.g., practice analysis, standard setting, and NCLEX practice exams), and research projects concerning the performance of NCSBN examinations and possible improvements. At least intermediate programming skills in R and SAS with experience writing reusable code for operationalization of psychometric processes. Experience with developing interactive applications and visual displays of data using RShiny, HTML5/Javascript or other tools is preferred. Knowledge and understanding of XML or JSON is required and knowledge of QTI is preferred or willing to learn. Adhere to and support the values and cultural framework developed by the Examinations department.

Essential Job Functions • Work closely with senior staff to conduct all aspects of operational work on psychometric tasks (e.g., data reconciliation, practice analysis, standard setting, DIF, IRT item calibration, scoring etc.) for large-scale testing programs. • Work collaboratively with colleagues, managers, and cross-functional teams to deliver high quality results on time as well as be a strong supporter of effective teamwork. • Demonstrate good writing skills to prepare technical reports and related documents as well as good presentation skills with varying degrees of psychometric knowledge. • Under the direction of senior staff, conduct research and propose solutions to current/future psychometric problems and program development. • Develop computer programs to automate evaluation and improve psychometric tools to support on-going operational work and new products. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) • PhD in educational measurement and testing, psychometrics or related field with at least 3-5 years’ experience in large scale testing, experience in adaptive testing preferred. • Able to take direction from senior/lead psychometricians to achieve program goals and operational tasks with little oversight. • Familiarity with IRT models and adaptive testing. • Proficiency in R and SAS programming is necessary, experience with Python and a willingness to learn R/SAS during first year is acceptable. • Experience with data visualizations or dashboard development is necessary, experience with RShiny, HTML5, Javascript, Dremio, Yurbi, or PowerBI is preferred. • Experience with managing large datasets. • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity. • Excellent organizational skills and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. • Excellent written and oral business communications skills. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • Able to meet deadlines with project deliverables. • Travel Requirements: Less than 10% of total time including attendance at conferences and client meetings.

How to Apply Interested candidates must submit their resume along with cover letter and salary requirements as soon as possible at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=03db93ed-1b1c-4447-805d- a674958c23e6&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=403793&lang=en_US&source=CC4

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS URBANA- CHAMPAIGN POSTING DATE: 5/17/21

Job Title Coordinator of Student Placement & Proficiency Testing

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full Time

Location (city, state) Champaign, IL

Company Name + Description University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Position Description The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has an opening for a Coordinator of Student Placement & Proficiency Testing in the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL). This is a full-time, benefits-eligible Academic Professional position. Salary is commensurate with experience and the start date will be as soon as possible after the close of the search. The Coordinator of Student Placement & Proficiency Testing will provide student academic support by coordinating all aspects of new student placement and proficiency (PNP) operations for the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) campus, which includes communicating with incoming students and academic advisors. This requires interacting effectively with all Illinois undergraduate colleges, academic departments, and other campus units to establish fair course placement and academic credit policies and to implement PNP decisions that annually affect approximately 7,800 incoming undergraduate students. The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For more information, visit http://go.illinois.edu/EEO.

Essential Job Functions Major Duties and Responsibilities: Collaborate with college leadership and academic departments to craft placement and proficiency credit policy based on best practices in educational measurement. Manage a coordinated effort with college administration and academic departments to ensure placement and proficiency policies are appropriate across multiple degrees and credential programs, fulfilling the requirements of state legislation and the Illinois Student Code. Guide faculty and the campus in determining the appropriateness of external exams for PNP purposes and, if adopted, determining the appropriate score cutoffs. Guide faculty in the development of new or modification to existing placement or proficiency tests. Assist departments and campus units in comparing the content of high school courses to the content of Illinois courses for the purpose of determining cutoffs and course articulation equivalencies. Plan and conduct validation studies related to placement test cutoffs and proficiency credit awards to ensure that students are being accurately placed. Support the efforts of faculty, unit heads, deans, the Provost’s Office, and other administrative offices to formulate campus policies related to educational assessment. Ensure that UIUC test-based credit policies are in line with those of our peer institutions and that UIUC remains an attractive and competitive option for undergraduate education. Manage PNP operations by updating, tracking, and enforcing placement and proficiency policies? resolve issues? inform students and academic advisors of policies and changes. Respond to email, phone, and in-person queries from students, parents, advisors, departments, and others. Ensure that CITL webpages are accurate and current regarding placement and proficiency testing for prospective and current Illinois students. Stay abreast of developments related to standardized exams for secondary school students, college test- based credit policies, and state legislation pertaining to educational assessment? be able to identify and describe to stakeholders how these developments impact the campus. Serve on committees, as appropriate, regarding undergraduate academic progress and educational assessments. Update and manage the PNP system to ensure course recommendations and academic credit are appropriately articulated, including appropriate messaging to academic advisors. Ensure content and cutoff scores of the online placement exams are maintained in the learning management system that is used for test deliveries. Disseminate PNP information to campus units, incoming students, and other interested parties through workshops and presentations. Stay apprised of UIUC policies that pertain to PNP. Assist the Director of Data Analytics, as needed.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Required education, experience, and qualifications: Master’s degree in educational measurement or related field or a bachelor’s degree with five years of experience in educational measurement, psychometrics, or related techniques, including experience with both paper and online testing formats. Experience with educational measurement, psychometrics, or related techniques, including experience with both paper and online testing formats. Experience with data management. Coursework, advanced training, or work experience in statistics, data analysis, and educational assessment. Experience in explaining complex measurement issues to a non-measurement audience. Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds. Preferred education, experience, and qualifications: Ph.D. in educational measurement or related field. Experience with UIUC or similar Placement and Proficiency systems. Experience in BANNER applications. Experience with the Enterprise Data Warehouse. Experience in academic advising in a higher education setting. Training and experience in coordinating assessment programs (including data management). Experience advising on best practices in assessment in a higher education setting. Coursework, advanced training, or work experience involving research design and evaluation methods and theory. Successful teaching or workshop facilitation experience. Successful candidates will have: Knowledge of issues surrounding the topics of college readiness and first-year programs in higher education. Familiarity with the literature on, and best practices for, student outcomes assessment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent analytical, organization, decision-making, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Exceptional time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Proven ability to work effectively with a wide variety of individuals inside and outside higher education. Understanding the academic policies, procedures, and systems at Illinois. Knowledge of college graduation requirements for Illinois.

How to Apply For full consideration, materials should be received by May 27, 2021. Application materials should include a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, names, and contact information for three references, including email and telephone numbers. Candidates may create a profile through https//jobs.illinois.edu. For further information regarding application procedures, contact Jennifer Steiling at [email protected]. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately, and interviews may be conducted prior to the close of the search. However, no hiring decision will be made until after the close of the search. The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility. The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH RUTGERS UNIVERSITY POSTING DATE: 5/17/21

Job Title Post Doctorate Associate - Educational Psychology

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full-time

Location (city, state) New Brunswick, NJ

Company Name + Description Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Nationally ranked among US News & World Report’s Best Education Graduate Schools, Rutgers Graduate School of Education is part of New Jersey’s flagship public university. Committed to advancing excellence and equity in education, the Graduate School of Education (GSE) at Rutgers University–New Brunswick seeks an outstanding scholar at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor in Reading/Literacy Education to join the program in Literacy and Reading Education within the Department of Learning and Teaching and the GSE’s equity, social justice, and urban teacher education programs.

Position Description The Post Doctorate Associate will collaborate with Dr. Chia-Yi Chiu, the web developer, and the PhD students, under the supervision of Dr. Chiu, on several methodological and technological developments proposed in the current NSF CAREER grant project. The specific tasks include developing new methods based on the core algorithms that have been developed and the corresponding R package, and participating in the construction of the web app for implementing the developed algorithms. These methodological developments will enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the proposed algorithms, which in turn will improve teaching and learning in the STEM E-learning environment. The technological developments will lead to the immense increase in the applicability of the research project, which is the most efficient way to disseminate the research and in turn, broaden its impact.

Essential Job Functions • Specializes in research of Cognitive Diagnostic Modeling. • Fluent in the computer languages R and SQL because the research project involves developing the associated R package and web app. • Experience in computerized adaptive testing (CAT) research and R packaging is preferred. • Fluent in English • Proficiency in academic writing • Skills in team work

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) PhD in Educational Statistics, Measurement, and Testing or related field

How to Apply https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/132198

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH CURRICULUM ASSOCIATES POSTING DATE: 5/13/21

Job Title Senior Research Manager, Custom Analytics

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full-time

Location (city, state) Remote

Company Name + Description Curriculum Associates

Position Description We believe a diverse team leads to diversity in thinking, making our products better for teachers and students. If you read this job description, feel energized by what you see here, and believe you could bring passion and commitment to the role, but you aren’t sure you meet every qualification, please apply! Above all, we are looking for the right person! We are seeking a Senior Research Manager to join our growing Custom Analytics and Reporting team. This role supports educators by providing actionable data and insights to districts implementing i-Ready. Serving as a thought partner and consultant, the candidate’s work will be critical in informing instructional strategies and will help districts meet their educational objectives. As a key member of the Custom Analytics team, the Senior Research Manager will work closely with the Account Management, Assessment, and Product teams to keep abreast of and contribute to the high level of quality Curriculum Associates products, data assets, and reports. Successful candidates will have previous management experience and demonstrate excellent analytical skills, experience querying and analyzing large datasets, and very strong communication and technical writing skills. The position will report to the Vice President of Custom Analytics.

The impact you’ll have: You will be responsible for the delivery of a broad range of quantitative analyses to provide insights to partnering districts; deliverables range from ad hoc analyses examining student outcomes, to collaborating on key trend analyses for districts, and responding to educator inquiries stemming from all levels of a district.

Typical responsibilities include: • Partner with the Custom Analytics team to develop new forms of reports and analyses for districts and schools. • Help us make a broader impact on educator decisions by developing customized reports that address the unique needs of districts. • Support effective decision making in schools by providing analyses that facilitate the use of Curriculum Associates’ assessment and instructional materials.

Sample projects include: • Detailed research into student performance and growth. • Analysis of the relative impact of different approaches to instruction. • Provide live support as well as detailed written responses to educator cases; these range from explaining how the computer adaptive • Diagnostic assessment works, to advise on how best to use the data in educator evaluation systems, and how our data can be used to estimate Covid19 learning loss. • Contribute to the organization and maintenance of technical documentation, including business rules and code, ensuring version control and replicability.

What we’re looking for: You possess high-level experience in the field of education, especially state or local K-12 agencies, as well as a deep understanding of district and state assessment practices, accountability systems, and the current national K-12 curriculum and assessment landscape. You’ve got background working with large data sets, specifically managing and analyzing data at scale. You have familiarity with using relational databases such as Redshift, MySQL, or SQL Server. You have training and experience in statistical analysis or formal training in descriptive and inferential statistics. You are an expert with SQL and SAS. You’re adept at writing technical reports and communicating findings to a diverse audience (both technical and non-technical) and possess the ability to look beyond the analysis and data, which is important to making the work useful in practice for educators. Highly qualified candidates will have a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in statistics, education, social science or a related field; exceptional candidates with equivalent experience will be considered.

Sound like you? Apply now! Visit our website at www.CurriculumAssociates.com/WorkForUs to apply. Want to explore more? Check us out on social media: www.facebook.com/CurriculumAssociates www.twitter.com/CurriculumAssoc www.instagram.com/Curriculum_Associates

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) 5+ years of experience

How to Apply https://app.jobvite.com/j?aj=ohfsffwX&s=NCME

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE AMERICAN BOARD OF ANESTHESIOLOGY POSTING DATE: 5/6/21

Job Title Senior Psychometrician

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full-Time

Location (city, state) Raleigh, NC

Company Name + Description American Board of Anesthesiology

Position Description This position is responsible for all psychometric activities related to the accurate and timely scoring and reporting of American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) examinations and assessments. This position requires strong analytical and organizational skills, in-depth knowledge of ABA policies and procedures, extreme accuracy and strict attention to detail, and strong written and oral communication skills. This position is also responsible for data management, statistical inquiries, report generation, and research activities related to the development of the ABA programs and other initiatives, including but not limited to test development, security, resident tracking, and program performance. This position requires working with multiple other departments within the ABA as well as working with external partners. This position also works closely with the test development department to ensure that examinations are built with high validity, reliability, and defensibility and supports the research activities of the Research Committee.

Essential Job Functions Specific Responsibilities: 1. Psychometrics -Performs all scoring, reporting, documentation and psychometric activities for ABA examinations and assessments. -Conducts standard setting studies. -Conducts item writing workshop. - Responds to score verification requests. -Provides expertise in the exam and assessment development and psychometric activities in general. -Performs other psychometric services as needed to ensure the success of ABA examinations and assessments 2. Research -Supports the research activities of the ABA Research Committee by identifying data needs, performing analysis and writing up publications. -Assists work for Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research (FAER)/ABA Research in Education Grant program. -Contributes to the writing of board meeting agenda items. -Monitors messages from research opt-out list and research email box. 3. Data Reporting -Supports the internal and external data reporting needs of the Board. -Responds to external data requests. 4. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Education: • Ph.D. in psychometrics, educational measurement, educational psychology or other closely related quantitative field. Skills: • Facility with psychometric methods, statistical procedures, and their applications, particularly item response theory, multi-facet Rasch modeling, equating, and scaling. • Working knowledge of R, Python and/or SAS. • Experience with LaTeX is a plus. • Knowledge of IRT software, equating software, and other key psychometric packages is highly desirable. • Experience using SQL to query relational database is highly desirable. • Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines. • Demonstrate a commitment to service and continually exhibit a customer service culture. • Demonstrate dependability for own actions and their consequences, and for the performance of functions and duties of the ABA. • Excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work closely and successfully with individuals from a variety of professional and educational background. Experience: • Minimum of three years of experience in a state or national testing program, preferably in the medical education field. • Project management experience highly desired. • Knowledge of or experience with American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) a plus Knowledge of or experience with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) a plus. Special Requirements: • Ability to lift up to 10 pounds on occasion. • Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

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MULTIPLE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITH PEARSON POSTING DATE: 5/5/21

Job Title Psychometrician

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full-Time

Location (city, state) US-Bloomington, MN or Remote

Company Name + Description Pearson is the world’s learning company, operating in 70 countries around the world, with more than 22,500 employees. We provide content, assessment and digital services to schools, colleges and universities, as well as professional and vocational education to learners to help increase their skills and lifelong employability prospects. We aim to support learners throughout their lifetime for every moment that matters – whether this is exam preparation and success, graduating from university, getting a new job, studying for a postgraduate degree, changing career, or looking for a new challenge.

Our vision is to have a direct relationship with millions of lifelong learners and to link education to the way people aspire to live and work every day. To do that, we will collaborate with a wide group of partners to help shape the future of learning. Our purpose is to help people make progress in their lives through learning. Pearson is featured on The Forbes list of Best Employers and The Stonewall Top 100 Employers list, and we are recognized in the Best Employers for Diversity 2019 awards. Pearson is listed on both the London and New York Stock Exchanges (UK: PSON; NYSE: PSO).

Position Description The Psychometrician must have knowledge of the testing industry and possess necessary skills in test development, particularly in how to establish assessment constructs through job task analysis and setting performance standards. Fundamental knowledge in both Classical Test Theory and Item Response Theory is also required. The Psychometrician conducts item and test analysis, equating, job task analysis, standard setting, item bank design and analysis, and other psychometric activities. She/he plans and conducts original research related to computer based testing and the field of measurement theory. Working closely with the Content Development team, and other testing services staff, the Psychometrician performs various tasks as appropriate to ensure the production of quality tests. The Psychometrician impacts the validity and reliability of client deliverables and promotes the scientific reputation of Pearson VUE through presentation and publication of new and original research at industry conferences and in industry journals.

Primary Responsibilities

Measurement Services Establishing foundations of assessments: Lead job task analysis and standard setting activities. Data management: Manipulate and validate data files. Scoring : Identify and/or develop the way each test is scored. Test and item analysis : Analyze test and item-level results using appropriate methods. Equating, linking & scaling of tests. Item bank maintenance: Work with content development to ensure that item pools meet the needs of the program. Quality control: Ensures accuracy of tests and test analyses. Technical documentation: Produce technical documentation related to item, test and program performance. Produce periodic reports including tables and figures related to program performance. Project planning under supervision: Perform initial psychometric program review. Develop a plan that ensures that examination services comply with industry standards for security, validity, reliability, fairness and defensibility. Maintain project plans as appropriate. Test design, generation, and delivery under supervision: Develop an appropriate test design including mode of administration, test specifications, and pretest strategy. Internal Communication : Work with members of testing services teams, account managers, and other teams (such as marketing, sales, business development). Client Interface: Interacts with clients for job analysis, standard setting, measurement explanations and other appropriate topics. Support Software Development: Work with the technology team to define technical specifications for software. Training and Professional Development: participate in internal training and individual development of technical skills.

Research Research: Identify research components of customer programs. Develop research proposals; design and implement research projects. Presentation and Publication: Present theoretical and/or application papers at major conferences. Submit theoretical and/or application papers for publication.

Other Duties as Assigned.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Education and Experience: PhD in Psychometrics, Quantitative Psychology, Educational Measurement, or related field, preferably with experience in applied test development, including job task analysis, analysis, and reporting of large-scale examinations Experience in test theory (IRT and Classical). Experience writing syntax/code for data manipulation and statistical analyses using SAS, SPSS, or R.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Plan and facilitate job task analysis and standard setting. Ability to summarize complex technical information and communicate it, verbally or in writing, to a variety of audiences and clients. Knowledgeable in computer-based test construction and development. Knowledgeable in database and item-banking. Facility with statistical software package(s). Excellent organizational and project management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective decision-making skills. Creativity and innovative thinking required. Familiarity with research literature, participation in research studies. Strong internet and MS Office Suite skills.

How to Apply Physical requirements: Office environment Travel requirements: Requires up to 20% travel.

The anticipated starting salary range for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this position is 80-120k. This position is not bonus eligible.

Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at: https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. https://pearson.jobs/st-paul-mn/psychometrician/9F1B2683CB12467D80D48E27C59EBF6B/job/

Job Title Senior Research Scientist

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full-Time

Location (city, state) US-TX-San Antonio and/or Remote

Position Description The senior research scientist position described here is part of the Pearson Psychometric and Research Services group, which is part of the School Assessment group. Pearson research scientists provide the full range of psychometric support to state and national customers, develop innovative techniques and processes, and conduct cutting-edge research studies. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E- Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications Familiarity with Psychometric Techniques or Techniques Associated with Other Relevant Areas of Expertise • Demonstrates the ability to effectively apply, design, and train others in solutions utilizing psychometric techniques—including classical test theory, item response theory, test equating, scaling and linking, and standard setting—to new and unique operational testing settings • OR has experience applying and designing techniques utilizing the scientist's specific area of expertise to new and unique settings • Assists in budgeting, coordinating of resources, and training Familiarity with Software Packages and Programming Languages • Applies software packages and programming languages commonly used in psychometric work or research (e.g., SAS, SPSS, WINSTEPS, BILOG, MULTILOG, PARSCALE, C , SPLUS, FORTRAN) to new and unique settings faced in operational testing programs or research projects • OR has familiarity with software packages (e.g., Matlab, IDL, PERL, Java, Javascript, XML) associated with the scientist's specific area of expertise and ability to apply these packages to new and unique settings faced in operational testing programs or significant research projects Scaling and Equating • Demonstrates skill with common scaling and equating designs to review and create technical documentation (including technical specifications) • Conducts, guides, and designs analyses for item calibration, linking, and equating • Designs, documents (including technical specifications), conducts AND/OR coordinates the efforts of others (including external verifiers) in item calibration, linking, and equating analyses Grants, Research, and External Funding • Designs research studies and research analysis specifications • Identifies study limitations, study parameters, and funding requirements to complete proposed research • Coordinates study resources, completes study documentation, and conducts formal reports for written or oral presentation as contractually obligated Test Construction/Field Testing • Organizes and coordinates with other research scientists, data analysts subject-matter experts, and/or the client all aspects of test form design and construction and field test item preparation and review Proposal Development • Coordinates technical designs for proposals • Writes associated text • Serves on proposal review teams as necessary • Demonstrates familiarity with costing process Knowledge of Educational Trends • Identifies implications of relevant national and state trends in education for operational assessment programs or research projects and clients • Proposes measurement plans and provides client advice based on these implications as appropriate Communication Skills, Technical Presentations, and Client Contact • Demonstrates communication skills (oral, written, and business) necessary to function effectively in a leadership role with internal and external clients • Communicates about and provides guidance in state and national educational issues • Effectively tailors technical presentations to different audiences (e.g., client groups or technical advisory committees) • Provides guidance for similar presentations made by other research scientists • Makes presentations at national conferences • Submits manuscripts for publication • May serve as the primary Psychometrics and Research Services (PRS) contact (e.g., represents PRS in meetings and other communications) for internal and external clients for multiple testing programs or research projects or for a single large and complex testing program or research project Project and Talent Management • Demonstrates project management skills necessary to lead and direct all PRS-related aspects of multiple assessment programs or research projects or a single large and complex assessment program or research project • Understands roles of different departments and how these impact PRS deliverables, schedules, costing, and scope • Exhibits management skills necessary to provide costs, staffing input, and strategic plan information for specific projects to upper management • Supports hiring process through applicant interviewing • Provides career plan information Organizational Behavior • Aligns goals with department goals • Provides advice for, creates, and documents new and existing processes Working Location and Travel • Willingness to travel as necessary

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) Education and Work Experience • Doctoral degree in educational measurement or a related field from a nationally recognized institution of higher education • AND at least three years of relevant job experience, preferably with the complete range of psychometric issues that are faced with operational assessment programs or significant grant-funded research projects • Some experience in budgeting, resource management, project coordination, and training

How to Apply https://pearson.jobs/virtual-usa/senior-research-scientist/E00AA99C4EE74774BE6DB82769178980/job/

Job Title Associate Research Scientist

FLSA Status (exempt, non-exempt) Exempt

Position Status (full, part-time) Full-Time

Location (city, state) US-TX-San Antonio and/or Remote

Position Description Our School Assessment Psychometric Services department has one or more job openings for Associate Research Scientist positions. Pearson research scientists provide the full range of psychometric support to large scale custom assessment programs, as well as develop innovative techniques and processes. We are looking for candidates with drive and ambition who are seeking to make an impact as a psychometric practitioner, serving state departments of education and large school districts.

Essential Job Functions General Duties and Responsibilities: • Fulfills psychometric analyses including scaling, equating, item and test analyses, test construction (including CAT item pool assembly, configuration, and maintenance). • Produces technical reports that exceed target audience requirements for clarity and defensibility. • Facilitates public review meetings such as item data reviews and standard settings. • Collaborates with other measurement professionals in the delivery of large scale high-stakes assessment programs. • Advises clients on sound measurement practice – is able to understand the impacts of public policy on assessment, and vice versa. • Manages schedules and interacts with subject matter experts, technology staff, and program management staff to fulfill psychometric deliverables. • Travels, as required, to fulfill these responsibilities. Travel is approximately 25%.

Familiarity with Psychometric Techniques: • Familiarity with applied psychometric techniques - including classical test theory, item response theory, test equating, scaling, linking, and standard setting. • Familiarity with modern assessment designs and practices such as computer adaptive testing, Bayesian inference networks, and multidimensional IRT a plus. Familiarity with Software Packages and Programming Languages: • Familiarity with software packages and programming languages commonly used in psychometric work or measurement research (e.g., SAS, R, WINSTEPS, IRTPRO). Note that Pearson uses SAS in a server environment as our primary analysis platform. Familiarity with Educational Trends: • Familiarity with national and state trends in education. Communication Skills: • Able to demonstrate communication skills (oral, written, and business) necessary to function effectively with internal project teams and external clients. • Must be able to effectively write and communicate orally to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications Preferred (years of experience, education level etc.) • Doctoral degree in educational measurement or a related field from a nationally recognized institution of higher education. • Doctoral candidates may be considered if evidence is provided that the candidate will graduate within a semester of hiring.

How to Apply https://pearson.jobs/san-antonio-tx/associate-research-scientist/0830F1386E2648B787AE25EB693378B1/job/

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