Psychometrician

TCS Hiring For Psychometrician @ PAN India Location

Role : Psychometrician
Experience : 2-5 Years
Location : PAN India

Experience:

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in psychometrics or a related field, with proven success in research and statistical analysis.
• Experience in developing, validating, and analyzing large-scale assessments or psychological measures.

• Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, Python) and programming (e.g., C, C++, fortran).
• Expertise in modern psychometric techniques such as IRT, CTT, and structural equation modeling (SEM).
• Strong understanding of data management, statistical modeling, and experimental design.
• Hands on experience with developing and implementing statistical algorithms.

• Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-experts.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in machine learning applications or data science in relation to psychometrics.
• Knowledge of adaptive testing, computer-based assessment, or automated scoring systems.
• A strong publication record in the field of psychometrics or related areas.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Research & Development:

• Design, implement, and oversee psychometric research projects.
• Develop and validate new assessment tools and scales in areas such as educational testing and employee selection.
• Lead research efforts in item response theory (IRT), classical test theory (CTT), and more modern psychometric methods such as network psychometrics.
• Investigate and improve the reliability, validity, and fairness of assessments across diverse populations.

2. Data Analysis & Modeling:

• Apply advanced statistical techniques to analyze psychometric data at scale.
• Perform complex data manipulations, exploratory data analysis, and simulations to optimize test construction and scoring.
• Design and interpret predictive models related to test outcomes, using techniques such as machine learning and generative artificial intelligence.
• Provide recommendations based on psychometric data insights and trends to customers.

3. Test Development & Evaluation:

• Evaluate items for large-scale assessments, ensuring content appropriateness and psychometric quality to inform customer subject matter experts on how and where to improve their assessment.
• Oversee test design, and the calibration of assessment items.
• Conduct analyses and ensure assessments meet ethical and legal standards for fairness and accessibility.
• Collaborate on innovative approaches to measuring latent constructs and performance.

4. Leadership & Collaboration:

• Mentor and supervise junior researchers and data analysts.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including psychologists, educators, data scientists, and software engineers, to translate research findings into actionable products and strategies.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on psychometric methods, providing guidance and consultation to other teams within the organization.

5. Reporting & Dissemination:

• Present research findings to internal stakeholders, scientific audiences, and external clients through reports, publications, and presentations.
• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present at industry conferences.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging methodologies, and advancements in psychometric theory and technology.

Minimum Qualification:
15 years of full-time education.

Thanks & Regards,
HR - Talent Acquisition Group
Tata Consultancy Services