Data Scientist Inspire Global Assessments

British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 108,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare regulation body in Vancouver is seeking a Data Scientist to revolutionize high-stakes assessments through virtual reality. The role requires a strong background in psychometrics and collaboration in a team-based environment. The starting salary ranges from $108,000 to $120,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience with VR platforms or interest in immersive technologies.
• Strong foundation in psychometric theory and test validation.
• Experience with biometric or motion tracking data is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and validate psychometric models for assessments in VR.
• Analyze user interaction data within VR environments.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and VR developers.

Skills

Psychometric theory

Data analysis

Machine learning

Excellent communication

Education

Masters or PhD in Psychometrics, Quantitative Psychology, Data Science, Statistics, or related field

Tools

Python

R

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

Overview

Term : Temporary Full-time; January 2028

Work Location : Vancouver BC Hybrid (a minimum of 2 days in office)

Who we are

Inspire Global Assessments (Inspire) formally known as the Nursing Community Assessment Services (NCAS) is a branded service of the BC College of Nurses and Midwives. Were working with nursing regulators and governments across the country to address the acute nursing shortage. Inspire is a unique assessment service that supports the transition of internationally educated health care professionals into the global work force.

The British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM) is the college empowered under the Health Professions Act to regulate the practice of all licensed practical nurses nurse practitioners registered midwives registered nurses andregistered psychiatric nurses in British Columbia. Regulation helps to protect the public by ensuring that professional care or service received by the public is competent ethical and meets the standards that society views as acceptable.

As western Canadas largest health profession regulator we believe a diverse and inclusive team enriches our efforts to protect the public. We welcome applications from all who reflect of the communities we serve and especially encourage Indigenous Peoples and members of equity-seeking groups to apply. We believe diverse perspectives and experiences bring both innovation and better outcomes to the work we do and the decisions we make.

BCCNMs commitment to Indigenous Specific Anti-Racism

BCCNM is committed to working with Indigenous Peoples and health system partners to support Indigenous-specific anti-racist practices in the health system. As the largest health regulator in Western Canada BCCNM has the opportunity to influence the health professionals we regulate as well as the broader health-care system to break the cycle of racism and improve health outcomes for Indigenous Peoples. BCCNM has pledged to become culturally safe and anti-racist and to support the health professionals we regulate to do the same.

What we offer you

We promise to provide you with rewarding work that challenges you. You will be part of a passionate team contributing to our important mandate of protecting the public. As a member of the team you can expect to be working in a collaborative team-based environment and treated in a respectful and professional manner.

The expected starting base salary for this position is $108000 - $120000 annually depending on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Executive Director Inspire Global Assessments the Data Scientist (DS) collaborates with our cutting-edge team to revolutionize our high-stakes assessments through virtual reality (VR). This role blends advanced data analytics test theory and immersive technology to create secure valid and engaging assessment experiences in virtual environments. Were seeking a Data Scientist with a strong background in psychometrics to help revolutionize our assessment services.

Key responsibilities

• Design develop and validate psychometric models for assessments delivered in VR.
• Analyze user interaction data within VR environments to inform test design and scoring algorithms.
• Collaborate with instructional designers VR developers and subject matter experts to ensure assessments meet psychometric standards.
• Apply Item Response Theory (IRT) Classical Test Theory (CTT) and other measurement models to evaluate reliability validity and fairness.
• Develop data pipelines and dashboards to monitor assessment performance and user behavior.
• Conduct simulations and A / B testing to optimize assessment delivery and user experience.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards for high-stakes testing (e.g. APA AERA NCME guidelines).
• Communicate complex psychometric concepts and findings clearly to internal and external partners including leadership.
• Fosters and maintains an organizational culture that promotes equity diversity and inclusion mutual respect teamwork and service excellence.
• Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing learning related to Indigenous cultural safety and humility and supporting organizational actions towards addressing indigenous-specific racism in BCs health care system.

What you’ll bring

• Masters or PhD in Psychometrics Quantitative Psychology Data Science Statistics or related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience with VR platforms (e.g. Unity Unreal Engine) or interest in immersive technologies.
• Strong foundation in psychometric theory and test validation.
• Proficiency in Python R or similar statistical software and data analysis tools.
• Proficient with machine learning techniques and behavioral analytics.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate business requirements into data science solutions.
• Experience with biometric or motion tracking data is preferred.
• Knowledge of accessibility and equity in digital assessments is preferred.
• Background in cognitive science or human-computer interaction (HCI) is preferred.
• Knowledge of Canadian colonial impacts on Indigenous people in social and health contexts including social economic political and historical realities impacting Indigenous communities and knowledge of Indigenous-specific anti-racism and accompanying reports (e.g. The Truth & Reconciliation Commissions 94 Calls to Action (2015) the In Plain Sight Report (2020) and Reclaiming Power and Places Calls for Justice (2019)) is an asset.
• Demonstrated understanding of equity diversity inclusion and cultural humility as they apply to health care is an asset.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position please apply online by 4 : 00pm on October 24 2025 . This opportunity will remain posted until filled; however priority consideration will be given to those who apply by the deadline. To see a full list of our current opportunities or to learn more about working at the BC College of Nurses & Midwives please visit our website at Careers at BCCNM.

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Required Experience :

Exec

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Immunoassays,Machine Learning,Biochemistry,Assays,Research Experience,Spectroscopy,Research & Development,cGMP,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 108000 - 120000