Lead Clinical Learning Scientist — Assessments

Pearson; Jackson (MS); Remote; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Lead Specialist, Learning Scientist (Clinical) to guide research across assessment domains, translating strategy into priorities. The role emphasizes scientific leadership, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and applying AI to advance product development and innovation.

The position offers flexibility to work remotely or in San Antonio, TX, or Bloomington, MN, with travel and international collaboration as needed.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Early Childhood Development, School or Clinical Psychology, or related field.
• 5+ years professional experience in speech and language, literacy, academic achievement, school or clinical psychology, and/or early childhood.
• Clinical experience administering, interpreting, or working directly with standardized assessments.
• Strong knowledge of test development, measurement principles, research methodology, data analysis, and psychometric principles.
• Ability to translate scientific and clinical evidence into strategic recommendations balancing rigor, relevance, and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research plans supporting new product development, revisions, and portfolio priorities.
• Provide subject-matter and scientific leadership in speech-language pathology, literacy, achievement, and/or early childhood assessment.
• Help define product scope and assessment design ensuring scientifically sound, clinically meaningful solutions.
• Lead and contribute to item development, review, and evaluation.
• Partner with psychometricians to review and interpret data and findings.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and emerging technologies to research, development and innovation.

Skills

Research leadership

Clinical assessment expertise

AI and emerging technologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Digital mindset

Education

Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology or related field

5+ years professional experience

Job description

Pearson is seeking a Lead Specialist, Learning Scientist (Clinical) to guide research across assessment domains, translating strategy into priorities. The role emphasizes scientific leadership, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and applying AI to advance product development and innovation.

The position offers flexibility to work remotely or in San Antonio, TX, or Bloomington, MN, with travel and international collaboration as needed.