Research Statistician II
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Research Statistician supporting SAT assessment psychometrics and operational data pipelines at College Board. Developing statistical code, analyzing test data, and quality-controlling stakeholder reports.
Responsibilities:
- Execute pretesting analyses for SAT Suite administrations, including data extraction, classical item analysis, and item response theory analysis
- Execute psychometric maintenance analyses on SAT Suite scores according to a defined cycle
- Generate and quality-control statistical reports
- Compile and quality-control assigned sections of client-facing technical analysis reports
- Develop, maintain, and update data management and statistical analysis code for operational processes
- Identify and implement improvements to operational workflows
- Evaluate and adopt Python-based solutions and other tools to improve efficiency, scalability, and integration
- Maintain documentation of processes, tools, and quality-control findings
- Partner with psychometricians, test development, technology, and other cross-functional teams
- Represent SPAR's analytical work in cross-functional discussions and project meetings
- Manage work scope and status, identify blockers, and escalate issues appropriately
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or graduate degree in statistics, mathematics, psychometrics, or a related quantitative field
- 5–7 years of relevant experience in statistical programming, data analysis, or psychometric operations in a production or operational setting
- Proficiency in Python and R required; SAS a plus
- Independent development and maintenance of complex projects in Python and R
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs, especially Word and Excel
- Ability or willingness to leverage AI tools, including large language models, code generation assistants, and AI-enabled data workflows
- Ability to work independently and manage time-sensitive deliverables with urgency and accuracy
- Strong attention to detail and record of delivering accurate, error-free work in high-stakes operational contexts
- Ability to identify and flag issues early in a workflow
- Experience with psychometrics, educational measurement, or the standardized testing industry required
- Familiarity with item analysis, calibration, and scaling is a plus
- Experience with other advanced statistical or psychometric software preferred
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and adjust sequencing when needed
- Ability to travel 2–4 times per year to College Board offices or on behalf of College Board business
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
- Authorization to work in the United States
Benefits:
- Fully remote work option
- Hybrid work option for candidates near College Board offices (Tuesday and Wednesday in office)
- Occasional travel to meet in person for business purposes
- Comprehensive compensation package
- Location-adjusted salaries
- Transparent conversations about compensation and benefits
- Meaningful career and supportive team
- Professional development through learning, feedback, and growth
- AI-enabled tools and emerging technology exposure
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