Online Assessment Specialist

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and analytical Online Assessment Specialist to join their team in Portsmouth . This role is crucial in ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of our online assessment processes. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust assessment strategies that accurately measure learning outcomes. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of psychometrics and educational measurement, combined with excellent organizational skills to manage assessment cycles effectively. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute significantly to the quality of educational programs within a reputable institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate a variety of online assessment tools, including quizzes, exams, and performance-based assessments.
• Analyze assessment data to evaluate the effectiveness, reliability, and fairness of measures.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and subject matter experts to align assessments with learning objectives.
• Implement best practices in online assessment security and academic integrity.
• Manage the administration and scoring of online assessments, ensuring timely and accurate results.
• Provide training and support to faculty and staff on assessment development and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Statistics, or a related field. A Master's degree with a focus on educational measurement or psychometrics is preferred.
• Proven experience in assessment development and psychometric analysis.
• Strong understanding of assessment design principles, validity, reliability, and fairness.
• Proficiency in using assessment platforms and learning management systems (LMS).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a key role within the education sector in Portsmouth .
• Contribute to the development and validation of high-quality educational assessments.
• Work within a dedicated and professional team.
• Access to professional development opportunities in assessment and evaluation.
• Be part of an organization committed to academic excellence.