Principal Research Scientist: AI-Driven Workforce Readiness

Educational Testing Service, Inc.

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Educational Testing Service, Inc. (ETS) is recruiting a Principal Research Scientist to lead a research program on human capital development, workforce readiness, and economic mobility in an AI-enabled world.

The role focuses on measuring and understanding skills, competencies, and pathways that influence educational attainment, labor market success, and mobility across diverse populations. The successful candidate will mentor staff, lead cross-disciplinary projects, and partner with

Qualifications

Expertise in research on educational attainment, workforce readiness, human capital development, or related fields.
Familiarity with labor market dynamics and large-scale datasets.
Strong quantitative and methodological skills for policy-relevant research.

Responsibilities

Lead and refine a multi-year research program on readiness, human capital, and AI-driven skill development.
Advance measurement of readiness for education and work in an AI-enabled economy.
Design studies to link skills, credentials, and educational pathways to mobility and earnings.
Develop and validate indicators translating evidence into signals of readiness.
Mentor junior researchers and foster collaborative research culture.
Lead partnerships and proposals with funders and collaborators.