Remote Lead Learning Scientist (Clinical Assessments)

Pearson; Helena (MT); Remote; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Lead Specialist, Learning Scientist (Clinical) to drive research across cognitive, language, and early childhood domains. This role blends clinical assessment expertise with research leadership and strategic product priorities, with remote work options and occasional travel.

Reporting to the Lead Learning Scientist, the candidate will shape scientific direction, collaborate across functions, and apply AI to enhance assessment development and innovation.

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/language, literacy, achievement, school or clinical psychology, or early childhood.
• Clinical experience administering or interpreting standardized assessments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research plans supporting new product development and portfolio priorities.
• Provide subject-matter and scientific leadership in clinical assessments.
• Define product scope and assessment design aligned with customer and business needs.
• Lead item development, review, and evaluation using research and clinical expertise.
• Partner with psychometricians to review data and findings.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and emerging technologies to research, development, and innovation.
• Oversee assessment materials, including digital interfaces and manuals.
• Support product commercialization and training materials.
• Represent Pearson through scholarly activity and conferences.
• Maintain flexible work hours and travel ~10%.

Skills

Speech-Language pathology

Research leadership

AI & digital tech

Clinical assessment

Education

PhD in related field

Job description

Pearson is seeking a Lead Specialist, Learning Scientist (Clinical) to drive research across cognitive, language, and early childhood domains. This role blends clinical assessment expertise with research leadership and strategic product priorities, with remote work options and occasional travel.

Reporting to the Lead Learning Scientist, the candidate will shape scientific direction, collaborate across functions, and apply AI to enhance assessment development and innovation.