Remote Lead Learning Scientist, Clinical Assessments

Pearson; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Lead Specialist, Learning Scientist (Clinical) to lead research across portfolio domains including academic achievement, speech and language, and early childhood assessment. You will translate science into priority product work, mentor teams, and apply AI to advance development and innovation, with remote or San Antonio/Bloomington locations.

This role emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and rigorous scientific methods, reporting to the Lead Learning Scientist and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Early Childhood Development, School or Clinical Psychology, or a 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, and psychometrics with application to research and product decisions.
• Ability to translate scientific and clinical evidence into strategic recommendations balancing rigor and business needs.
• Strong digital fluency and curiosity, including evaluating AI and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research plans supporting new product development and portfolio priorities.
• Provide subject-matter expertise and scientific leadership in speech-language pathology, literacy, achievement, and/or early childhood assessment.
• Help define product scope and assessment design, ensuring scientific soundness and clinical relevance.
• Lead item development, review, and evaluation using research and best practices.
• Partner with psychometricians to review data and findings.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and emerging technologies to development and product innovation.
• Provide oversight of assessment materials, including digital interfaces and manuals.
• Support product commercialization and adoption with scientific input for training and materials.
• Represent Pearson through conference presentations, publications, and scholarly activities.
• Maintain flexibility in work hours and travel approximately 10%.

Skills

Scientific leadership

Clinical expertise

Research planning

AI awareness

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Tools

AI and data analysis tools

Job description

Pearson is seeking a Lead Specialist, Learning Scientist (Clinical) to lead research across portfolio domains including academic achievement, speech and language, and early childhood assessment. You will translate science into priority product work, mentor teams, and apply AI to advance development and innovation, with remote or San Antonio/Bloomington locations.

This role emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and rigorous scientific methods, reporting to the Lead Learning Scientist and