Research Scientist, Applied AI Research
Quick answer
Edmentum is hiring a senior Research Scientist, Applied AI Research (US-based) paying $90,000—$100,000 USD to conduct and manage rigorous research using applied AI and psychometric methods.
- Role
- Research Scientist, Applied AI Research
- Organization
- Edmentum
- Location
- United States
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $90,000—$100,000 USD
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Conduct and manage rigorous research using applied AI and psychometric methods that support product development and evaluation.
What you'll do
- Conduct and manage rigorous research using applied AI and psychometric methods that support product development and evaluation.
- Translate complex research methods and results into clear, accessible formats.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external researchers to support research execution.
- Prepare research briefs, technical documents, and presentations.
- Contribute to conference presentations, journal publications, and white papers.
- Assist in preparing materials for the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and other expert panels.
What it takes
- PhD in psychometrics, quantitative psychology, educational measurement, statistics, data science, AI evaluation, or related field
- 1+ years of experience conducting applied AI research, ideally related to educational assessment
- Proficiency in R, SAS, or Python for large-scale data analysis
- Familiarity with IRT, scaling/equating, and methods for quantifying reliability, including generalizability theory
- Ability to communicate technical content clearly to non-technical audiences
- Effective collaboration across cross-functional teams
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with various plan options, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, time away program, volunteer time away, and a winter office closure at the end of December. Additionally, resources to promote wellness.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in the United States, and it is an on-site position.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range for this role is $90,000—$100,000 USD.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a PhD in psychometrics, quantitative psychology, educational measurement, statistics, data science, AI evaluation, or related field, and 1+ years of experience conducting applied AI research.
How do I apply?
You can apply now by visiting the job posting on the Edmentum website.
Is the job remote?
This is an on-site position in the United States.
How to apply
Apply directly on Edmentum's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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