Statistical Analyst Maple Grove, MN, USA Req #480 Tuesday, July 9, 2024 Purpose The Statistical Analyst will work under the direction of a Psychometrician using specifications to write and execute programs to perform psychometric analyses and technical reporting using large data sets from large-scale educational assessments programs and/or products. The position requires proficiency and experience in work in assessment wherein quality assurance and documentation of code involving complex datasets are considered key competencies. Essential Duties and Tasks Maintains, updates, and operates existing code for psychometric analysis as needed for educational assessment projects. For example, test calibration, test equating, item analysis, and dimensionality and reliability analysis. Develops new code as needed to support the psychometric requirements associated with large scale assessment programs. Documents programming procedures and files structures for each assigned project. Applies prescribed business rules to support the implementation of assigned projects and assists with QC of data analysis results. Reports questionable results as needed. Communication of concerns/insights within a functional team is essential. Manipulates large data sets. Creates tables and plots to summarize data for reports and presentations. Qualifications A bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics or related field is required. Master's is preferred. 1 year of statistical experience is required. Experience with psychometric programming within an assessment or related field is preferred. Must be proficient in statistical programming. SAS programming is preferred. R programming experience is also desirable. Experience with psychometric software such (e.g., WINSTEPS, IRTPRO, FLEXMIRT) is preferred. Must be committed to updating programing skills to support expansion and evolution of psychometric research needed to support educational assessment. Essential Job Requirements: Be able to work under supervision and accept feedback Relate effectively and work respectfully with diverse work groups Ability to consistently perform well during times of increased work load Set and meet deadlines Manage multiple job functions simultaneously Willing to do some travel Other duties as needed Reporting to this position: No direct reports The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran Other details Job Family Administration Pay Type Salary Apply Now Maple Grove, MN, USA Share this job: Data Recognition Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/Disabled/Veteran