Associate

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For more than years, we have amplified products and services based rigorous research and our belief in the power of learning.

Driven by our mission to advance quality and equity in education, ETS provides learning solutions, pioneering research and trusted assessments that help guide learners around the world on their path to new possibilities.

Our portfolio of trusted measures include TOEFL®, TOEIC®, GRE® and Praxis® . Along with research, development and innovation that explores new frontiers in learning and measurement our educational measurement solutions and research contribute to the development of new methods and tools, inform important dialogue with education policymakers, and shed light on critical issues and potential solutions - all with the aim of creating a world where all learners can improve their lives through education.

With new senior leadership at the helm, ETS aims to continue changing the lives of all learners as we expand our organization's global footprint.

Our goal is to remain at the forefront of assessment and measurement efficacy within the education and ed tech space as it continues to grow and evolve.

POSITION SUMMARYThe Associate Psychometrician works under general direction to direct, perform statistical analysis required for score reporting and interpretation of testing program results.

This role contributes to the development of score interpretation materials and testing program publications. RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general direction, perform statistical analysis required for score reporting and interpretation of testing program results.

Work independently on significant aspects of statistical analysis work; may require instruction and guidance in other aspects.

• Help plan, coordinate, and conduct the statistical work required for score reporting and data interpretation for basic programs and / or segments of complex programs.
• Draft statistical and research plans and review results for reasonableness and accuracy.
• Identify program-, research- and measurement-related problems and opportunities and their psychometric implications with senior staff.
• Contribute to discussions of the potential effects of changes in programs; recommend long-range goals and plans for programs.
• Contribute to designing, developing, and documenting technical and operating procedures and statistical guidelines for assigned programs.
• Prepare statistical reports for testing programs.
• Accountable for basic equating decisions.
• Participate in planning, testing, and implementing GENASYS; participate in relevant aspects of the test creation process, such as item evaluation.
• May design, program, document, and implement small- to medium-sized special purpose statistical and reporting systems.
• Propose, design, execute, and report on small and medium research projects
• Contribute to seminars on psychometric issues for staff, test committees, clients, and policy boards.
• Suggest process, product, and service improvements; areas for cost reduction; and ways to meet business goals.
• Make professional contributions through presentations, research reports, and participation in professional organizations.
• Proactively work toward shorter cycle time, reduced costs, greater customer satisfaction, and quality maintenance.
• May participate on a test creation team.

Process Outputs and Deliverables

• Tests designed
• Test items and forms evaluated
• Tests equated and scored
• Clients satisfied
• Psychometric research published

Criticality

• The Associate Psychometrician role entails minimal to levels of risk, responsibility and accountability.
• Failure in this role may delay departmental and organizational goals.
• This is an important role for the design of statistical and reporting systems required for score reporting and testing programs.

Complexity

• The Associate Psychometrician role requires a moderate level of reasoning and analytical proficiency and is difficult. Most psychometric methodology and research is ambiguous.
• The incumbent contributes to the creation of processes and procedures and may mentor staff on appropriate implementation.
• Stakeholders include staff members, test committees, clients, and policy boards.

Last updated : 2024-11-01