Assistant Research Scientist
Education Requirement
- Position requires a Ph.D. in Educational Measurement and Statistics.
Required Qualifications
- Considerable (3-5 years) experience with large scale standardized testing and the design and execution of psychometric research.
- Considerable (3-5 years) experience in SAS programming using advanced statistical procedures, data management utilities, and other procedures (ODS; SQL).
- Experience (1-3 years) with high-end software for psychometric research and development work is required, including applications of item-response theory, structural equation models, and growth models.
- Experience (1-3 years) conducting research related to adaptive assessments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Proven track records of preparing proposals and manuscripts for conference presentations and publication.
- Ability to consult with test publishers and state departments of education or other assessment providers.
- Experience with emerging tools (E.g., AI, machine learning) in education. Candidate should understand their applications for test development and assessment as opportunities for research are available.
- Familiarity with assessment in the K12 educational system and the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions, contact Alex Schutman at Alex-Schutman@uiowa.edu
Benefits Highlights
Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
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