The position of Measurement Statistician in the Statistics and Research Division involves directing, planning, and conducting statistical activities for large-scale paper and computer-based testing programs. This includes developing score interpretation materials and testing program publications through the application of statistical methods and indices. Measurement Statisticians provide statistical programming in support of special analyses related to testing program work and are responsible for score equating using classical test theory or item response theory; performing and interpreting data analyses (e.g., item analyses, reliability analyses, and differential item functioning analyses); and for other statistical and psychometric routines. Individuals also perform research in innovative assessment techniques and run data analysis routines using statistical software packages.
REQ'S FOR JR. LEVEL POSITION: A doctorate (or A.B.D. but must anticipate receiving doctoral degree within 6 months of hire) in educational or psychological measurement and statistics, educational psychology or a closely related field. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in educational measurement, applied statistics, or teaching. Experience may be gained through doctoral studies. In lieu of a doctoral degree, a master's degree with at least three years of experience is also acceptable.
Experience or education for both junior and mid-level positions must include applying and interpreting psychometric methods in at least two of the following areas: item analysis, factor analysis, scaling, equating, standard setting and/or item calibration. Candidates must also have experience in applying statistical procedures; application of classical test theory and item response theory; and use of statistical software packages.
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