The Senior Research Scientist position is part of the Pearson Psychometric and Research Services group, which is part of the US School Assessment group and larger Assessment and Qualifications team. 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.
Education and Work Experience
- Doctoral degree in educational measurement or a related field from a nationally recognized institution of higher education.
- 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.
Familiarity with Psychometric Techniques
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.
Familiarity with Software Packages and Programming Languages
Applies packages and programming languages commonly used in psychometric work or measurement research (e.g., SAS, R, SPSS, WINSTEPS, IRTPro, PARSCALE, C++, MPLUS) to new and unique settings faced in operational testing programs or 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.
Grants, Research, and External Funding
Designs research studies and research analysis specifications. Identifies study limitations, study parameters, and funding requirements to complete proposed research.
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 and writes associated text. Serves on proposal review teams as necessary. Demonstrates familiarity with the 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 on state and national educational issues.
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.
Working Location and Travel
- Willingness to travel as necessary.
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. The pay range for this position is between $135,000 - $160,000.
What to expect from Pearson
Pearson is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
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