Remote Lead Learning Scientist (Clinical Assessments)

Pearson; Bismarck (ND); 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 speech and language, cognition, and early childhood assessment. You will translate scientific evidence into strategic product priorities, while collaborating across Content, Product, Psychometrics, and Digital Development to deliver high-quality assessment solutions.

The role requires a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Early Childhood Development, School or Clinical Psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research plans to support new product development and portfolio priorities.
• Provide subject-matter and scientific leadership in speech-language pathology, literacy, achievement, and/or early childhood assessment.
• Define product scope and design, ensuring scientific soundness and alignment with customer and business needs.
• Lead item development, review, and evaluation using research and clinical expertise.
• Collaborate with psychometricians to review data and findings.

Skills

Scientific leadership

Clinical research

Data interpretation

AI awareness

Education

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

5+ years professional experience in speech-language pathology, literacy, or related fields

Job description

Pearson is seeking a Lead Specialist, Learning Scientist (Clinical) to lead research across portfolio domains including speech and language, cognition, and early childhood assessment. You will translate scientific evidence into strategic product priorities, while collaborating across Content, Product, Psychometrics, and Digital Development to deliver high-quality assessment solutions.

The role requires a Ph.D.