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National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) · 5 months ago

Psychometrician, Measurement & Testing

Chicago, IL, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $112K/yr

1+ years exp

The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) is an independent, not-for-profit organization focused on nursing regulatory matters. They are seeking a Psychometrician to assist with operational development activities related to psychometrics, applying core Item Response Theory principles and methodologies while supporting psychometric aspects of major projects and research concerning NCSBN examinations.

AssociationHealth CareNon Profit

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assists psychometric tasks (e.g., data analyses, standard setting, pool assembly, DIF, IRT calibration, scoring, etc.) under lead psychometrician direction for large-scale testing programs

Work collaboratively with colleagues and cross-functional teams to deliver high quality results on time as well as be a strong supporter of effective teamwork

Assists in streamlining psychometrics workflow to meet both internal and external deadlines

Assists research projects concerning the performance of NCSBN examinations and possible improvements

Assists in developing psychometric software (e.g., scoring, standard setting, and automated test assembly) to support on-going operational works and new products

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

In psychometricsItem Response Theory (IRT)Python/R/SQL proficiencyData visualization toolsManaging large datasetsAcademic writingAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

PhD in educational measurement and testing, psychometrics or related field is required (ABD acceptable for Associate level role)

At least 1 year of relevant experience required (dissertation research and internship experience could be acceptable). Additional years of experience (at least 3 years) are required for advanced-level positions

Able to take direction from senior/lead psychometricians to achieve program goals and operational tasks

Experience with academic writing required for advanced-level positions

Experience with managing large datasets

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity

Proficiency with Python/R/SQL

Preferred

Familiarity with IRT models, computer adaptive testing, and DIF is preferred for entry-level roles and required for advanced-level positions

Experience with data visualization and dashboarding tools such as Power BI, Shiny, Dash, or other similar technologies is preferred

Benefits

NCSBN offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that provides our team members with plan options to meet their individual needs.

Company

National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)

The purpose of NCSBN is to provide an organization through which boards of nursing act and counsel together on matters of common interest and concern affecting the public health, safety and welfare, including the development of licensing examinations in nursing.

Founded in 1978

Chicago, Illinois, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.ncsbn.org

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