Principal Assessment Designer

Edmentum; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Time away program

Job summary

Edmentum is a remote-first company dedicated to tech-enabled learning solutions, seeking a senior leader in assessment design. You will guide cross-functional teams, mentor peers, and engage advisory councils to advance measurement science and equity-focused assessment experiences.

You’ll bring a Master’s or Doctoral degree in related fields and 7+ years of leadership in assessment design, with a proven track record of data-driven improvements and clear stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in measurement sciences, education, instructional design, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in assessment design or related field.
• Expert in assessment design principles and measurement science.
• Leads complex projects and influences cross-functional teams.
• Mentors and coaches multiple teams.
• Experience presenting at external councils and convenings.
• Strategic thinker with strong communication skills.
• Data-driven and focused on improving learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design of high-quality, research-aligned assessment products through collaboration with product, research, and engineering teams.
• Translate educational research into actionable design strategies and guidance across teams.
• Engage external advisory committees and industry councils to validate assessment design.
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and feedback.
• Lead innovation in digital assessment experiences and support strategic design initiatives.

Skills

Assessment design

Cross-functional leadership

Mentoring

Strategic thinking

Data-driven decision making

Communications

Equity and inclusion

Change management

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in measurement sciences / education / instructional design

Tools

Digital learning platforms

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Edmentum is a dynamic educator and student-focused company dedicated to tech-enabled learning solutions. Our goal is to ensure that all students have access to flexible learning environments and educators have the tools they need to support their students. We are on a mission to create innovative, proven learning technology, partnering with educators to ignite student potential. We are a Remote First organization with a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Do

• Manage and oversee the design of high-quality, research-aligned assessment products, programs, and experiences through cross-functional collaboration with product, research, and engineering teams.
• Maintain and share subject matter expertise, translating educational research and evidence, evidence-centered design, the measurement sciences, and relevant policy frameworks into actionable design strategies. Provide expert guidance to establish logic models, research- and evidence-bases, and assessment design frameworks, mentor peers, and guide best practices across teams.
• Establish credibility of Edmentum assessment design through engagement of external advisory committees, participation and leadership of industry, academic, and practitioner convenings, and contribution to Edmentum corporate communications and product marketing.
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and feedback.
• Lead innovation in digital assessment experiences and contribute to strategic design initiatives that advance organizational goals.

Who You Are

• You have a master's or doctoral degree in the measurement sciences, education, instructional design, or related field, or commensurate experience.
• You have 7 or more years of experience in assessment design or a related field.
• You are an expert in assessment design principles and measurement science.
• You lead complex projects and influence cross-functional teams.
• You mentor and coach multiple teams.
• You have experience presenting at and participating in external councils and convenings.
• You are a strategic thinker and strong communicator.
• You are data-driven and focused on improving learning outcomes.
• You are familiar with digital learning platforms and tools.
• You are committed to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive assessment.
• You resolve complex cross-functional problems and lead change.
• You are willing to take on evolving responsibilities based on business needs.

Job Application Deadline: October 30, 2026 or until filled.

Pay range for this role:

$120,000—$130,000 USD

At Edmentum, we are committed to pay transparency. The salary range provided reflects market research, the responsibilities of the role, and alignment with our compensation principles. Actual compensation will be determined based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill sets. All compensation decisions are individualized and based on the specific circumstances of each candidate.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your overall well-being and work-life balance. This includes medical, dental, and vision insurance with various plan options, a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, and a time away program, volunteer time away, and a winter office closure at the end of December. Additionally, we provide resources to promote wellness, ensuring you have the support you need both professionally and personally. Our goal is to provide a benefits package that helps you thrive in all aspects of life.

Edmentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, status as a disabled, recently separated, Armed Forces service medal or other protected veteran ("covered veteran"), marital status, status regarding public assistance, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.