Test Development Assistant

National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) is seeking a Test Development Assistant in the Collaborative Assessment Department in Chicago, IL. This entry-level role supports item and case processing, item bank maintenance, and learning NBOME processes for test development.

You will collaborate with National Faculty and internal teams, coordinating with external experts to ensure high-quality content.

Formación

• College degree is required.
• Experience with office or administrative tasks is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and eager to learn specialized test development software.
• Strong attention to detail, typing accuracy, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work in a team.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal teams and external experts.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with item and case writing, review activities, and scheduling across virtual and on-site formats.
• Support National Faculty coordination, tracking submissions and follow-ups.
• Code metadata and assist in blueprinting test questions.
• Perform item bank maintenance and ensure content accuracy prior to publishing.
• Input and organize test items in the item bank software with appropriate metadata.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Typing accuracy

Microsoft Excel

Learning new software

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Item bank software

Test development software

Descripción del empleo

The National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) is seeking a Test Development Assistant in the Collaborative Assessment Department. This position will play an essential role in supporting various stages of examination development, from item writing to exam publishing. Key tasks include item and case processing, item bank maintenance, and learning NBOME processes and procedures for test development. The Assistant will actively participate in team meetings and collaborate closely with National Faculty to support exam development tasks. Communication skills are essential for coordinating with internal teams and external experts. This entry-level position is ideal for those possessing strong organizational skills, a collaborative mindset, and an interest in high-stakes assessment.

Responsibilities

• Exam content development – Assist with scheduling, planning, and facilitating item/case writing/review activities, including virtual synchronous, virtual asynchronous, and on-site formats. Facilitate small group sessions with National Faculty on-site and in virtual environments. Develop skills to lead exam content development activities independently. Complete follow-up work as necessary, including submitting CME and honorariums and appropriate documentation.
• National Faculty support – With direction from a supervisor, communicate with item writers and reviewers about assignments and exam content development activities. Engage in creating assignments, tracking submissions, and providing necessary follow-up.
• Metadata coding and analysis – With supervision, provide blueprint and metadata coding for test questions. Assist in the analysis of test data to ensure reliability and validity of test items. Perform quarterly item bank maintenance and asset bank maintenance with close supervision.
• Item processing and editing – Input and organize test items using our item bank software; add appropriate metadata and apply NBOME format and style guidelines. Conduct research to aid in item development and ensure content accuracy. Review final examinations prior to publishing to ensure error-free content.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor or senior leadership

Qualifications include:

• College Degree, required
• Office or administrative experience, preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, with a willingness to learn specialized test development software.
• Superior attention to detail, typing accuracy, and proofreading skills
• Organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, contributing to cooperative work culture