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IXL Learning is hiring a Psychometrician to oversee the technical quality of its specialized assessments and collaborate with curriculum designers, research scientists, and product managers. The role involves developing computer-adaptive tests for K–12 education, conducting complex data analyses, and advancing assessment strategies to ensure fair and equitable experiences for learners.

Highlights

Develop computer-adaptive tests including universal screening and diagnostic assessments for math and ELA
Conduct classical and Item Response Theory (IRT) analyses such as item calibration, scoring, scaling, and quality assurance
Perform reliability and validity studies and create technical documentation
Collaborate with content experts to curate and maintain item pools
Ph.D. required in Education Measurement, Psychometrics, Quantitative Psychology, Statistics, or related field
Minimum of 3 years experience in test development, adaptive testing, equating, standard-setting, and validity research
Proficiency in programming languages such as R, Python, and SQL
Strong communication skills to present complex technical information to diverse audiences
Familiarity with K–12 education and knowledge of mobile/web technologies preferred
Work within the Curriculum Design department in collaboration with cross-functional teams

Psychometrician Full Description

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking a psychometrician to oversee the technical quality of IXL's specialized assessments. In this role, you'll collaborate with curriculum designers, research scientists, and product managers to create, maintain, and improve student assessments. Additionally, you'll play a key role in advancing IXL's assessment strategy, as well as conducting and publishing analyses to ensure fair, accurate, and equitable assessment experiences for all learners.
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This is a full-time position in our Raleigh, NC area office. The work schedule for this role is Monday-Friday in the office with the option to work from home one day per week.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Develop modern, widely used, computer-adaptive tests for K–12 education, including universal screening and diagnostic assessments for math and ELA
Conduct classical and IRT analyses of test data, including item calibration, standard-setting, scoring, scaling, equating, score reporting, and quality assurance analyses
Perform reliability and validity analyses and collaborate with research scientists to document development processes and create technical reports
Collaborate with content experts to create and curate item pools

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Ph.D. in Education Measurement, Psychometrics, Quantitative Psychology, Statistics, or a related field
3+ years of active experience in new test development, computer-adaptive testing, item pool maintenance, standard-setting, equating, and validity studies
Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and decision-making skills
Can-do attitude with an openness to others' ideas
Willingness to innovate and find new, efficient solutions to complex problems
Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
Ability to summarize complex technical information and communicate it to a variety of audiences
Fluency in computer/statistical programming (e.g., R, Python, SQL, etc.)
Familiarity with K–12 education is a plus
Knowledge of mobile and web technologies is a plus

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.

At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Original Job Description

This is a full-time position in our Raleigh, NC area office. The work schedule for this role is Monday-Friday in the office with the option to work from home one day per week.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Develop modern, widely used, computer-adaptive tests for K–12 education, including universal screening and diagnostic assessments for math and ELA
Conduct classical and IRT analyses of test data, including item calibration, standard-setting, scoring, scaling, equating, score reporting, and quality assurance analyses
Perform reliability and validity analyses and collaborate with research scientists to document development processes and create technical reports
Collaborate with content experts to create and curate item pools

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Ph.D. in Education Measurement, Psychometrics, Quantitative Psychology, Statistics, or a related field
3+ years of active experience in new test development, computer-adaptive testing, item pool maintenance, standard-setting, equating, and validity studies
Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and decision-making skills
Can-do attitude with an openness to others' ideas
Willingness to innovate and find new, efficient solutions to complex problems
Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
Ability to summarize complex technical information and communicate it to a variety of audiences
Fluency in computer/statistical programming (e.g., R, Python, SQL, etc.)
Familiarity with K–12 education is a plus
Knowledge of mobile and web technologies is a plus

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

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