Psychometrician

Position Duties:

• Clean, manage, and organize large data files, run statistical analysis software such as SPSS, SAS, and/or R (skilled in developing R Shiny applications), and IRT calibration software (experienced in Winsteps with Rasch model) for new test development and normative update.

• Apply analytical skills to data sets, which include data interpretation, statistical modeling, item and test evaluations with programming skills with Python, Jave, C, Stand, and/or JAGS.

• Develop new scoring tables for newly assembled or modified test forms via calibration, scaling and equating.

• Plan and select appropriate statistical and psychometric methodologies involved in the accurate scoring, analysis, and reporting of assessment programs and initiate discussions across teams if psychometric/measurement risks are identified.

• Design and implement procedures for presenting technical characteristics of tests and related students’ scores and evaluates the extent to which product development activitieswill result in sound assessment products and communicates the findings to the stakeholders to highlight features for better education (teaching, learning, and guidance) in school setting.

• Work within a team to ensure that procedures for meeting test development standards are included in the project specifications. Respond to questions from team members and other internal staff, as well as project staff, regarding the technical characteristics of current products or products under development.

• Use written communication skills to describe proposed or recently completed work; uses spoken communication skills to present findings and results to internal teams as well as external customers.

• Maintain professional relationships as a representative or advisor to external advisory or policy boards and councils, research organizations, educational institutions, and educators. This includes presenting research findings at various conferences and writing white research papers for technical and nontechnical audiences.

Requirements

• Ph.D. (or ABD) in psychometrics, educational measurement, or a related field. A master’s degree and extensive experience in educational measurement and psychometrics or related may be considered.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans  
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance  
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability  
• Supplemental life insurance options  
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  
• Retirement plan with discretionary company matching  
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options  
• Premium subscription to Calm for employee and dependents 
• Company paid time off (PTO)  
• 13 named holidays, 2 floating holidays, and 4 early-release half days 
• Flexible work arrangements  
• Work-from-home expense reimbursement  
• Tuition Reimbursement Program  
• Company orientation and 30/60/90 Day Onboarding 

Rate of Pay: From $85,717.00 per year. This amount meets or exceeds the prevailing wage as determined by the U. S. Department of Labor.

Who is Riverside Insights? Riverside Insights is a growth-focused business on a mission to elevate one billion lives globally by 2030 through research-based assessments and technology for educational professionals, students, clinical and behavioral health clients, and workforce talent.  

Why Join Our Team?  
At Riverside Insights, achieving real results for students and educators is more than talk – it's what we do. As we grow, so will you, offering the chance to expand your skills on an ambitious, solution-focused team. Join us in making great work possible, where your well-being and dedication to making an impact go hand in hand. If you're ready for an ambitious, collaborative environment, Riverside is the place for you. 

Riverside Insights is an Equal-opportunity Employer: 
Riverside Insights provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 
At Riverside Insights, every employee has the right to a welcoming and inclusive workplace where their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued and celebrated. 

 Thank you for considering joining our growing team and our mission to help elevate potential globally! Please check out www.riversideinsights.com to learn more about our work.