Lead Clinical Learning Scientist

Pearson; Lansing (MI); Remote; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking an innovative Lead Specialist, Learning Scientist (Clinical) to lead research across portfolio domains including academic achievement, speech and language, cognition, and early childhood assessment.

The role combines clinical experience with research leadership to translate business strategy into priorities, leveraging AI and emerging technologies. Remote or US-based in SA or Bloomington offices, with ~10% travel and ~10% international collaboration.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in relevant field (Speech-Language Pathology or related) from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years in speech-language pathology, literacy, academic achievement, school or clinical psychology, and/or early childhood.
• Clinical experience with standardized assessments and their real-world use.
• Strong knowledge of test development, measurement, research methods, data analysis, and psychometrics.
• Ability to translate evidence into strategic recommendations balancing rigor and business needs.
• Strong digital fluency and ability to apply AI/emerging tech to research and product work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research plans supporting new product development and portfolio priorities.
• Provide subject-matter and scientific leadership in relevant clinical domains.
• Define product scope and assessment design aligned with customer needs.
• Lead item development, review, and evaluation using research and clinical expertise.
• Collaborate with psychometricians to review data and findings.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and emerging tech to development and innovation.
• Oversee assessment materials including digital interfaces and manuals.
• Support product commercialization with scientific input for training and materials.
• Represent Pearson through conferences, papers, and scholarly activities.
• Maintain flexible hours to collaborate with international colleagues (~10%). Travel ~10%.

Skills

Research leadership

Digital fluency

AI awareness

Clinical research experience

Education

Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology, etc.

Tools

AI tools awareness

Job description

Pearson is seeking an innovative Lead Specialist, Learning Scientist (Clinical) to lead research across portfolio domains including academic achievement, speech and language, cognition, and early childhood assessment.

The role combines clinical experience with research leadership to translate business strategy into priorities, leveraging AI and emerging technologies. Remote or US-based in SA or Bloomington offices, with ~10% travel and ~10% international collaboration.