Job: Test Development Assistant at CAL

[Francis Hult]

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May 1, 2014




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Test Development Assistant (Temporary position approx. 4 months)

CAL Classification: Research Assistant
Program Area: World Languages and International Programs
Salary: $24 - $26 per hour
Hours Per Week: 20-35 hrs/wk
Position Available: Immediately

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Assist with tasks related to test development, test refreshment, and research for tests of English.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  *   Assist with development of item writing procedures and processes, including preparing written protocols and checklists
  *   Write, review, and revise test items to adhere to specification sheets and to identify errors
  *   Contribute to data collection, data entry, coding, and analysis
  *   Draft portions of written reports and presentations
  *   Communicate with partners and external colleagues to assist in various aspects of data collection
  *   Proof and copyedit materials according to style guide
  *   Other duties as assigned related to language testing and research projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

  *   Education: BA/BS degree in a related field and 3 years of related experience or a MA/MS degree in a relevant field
  *   Experience: Successful candidate will have experience working with language testing and/or international education

DESIRED SKILLS:

  *   The preferred candidate will be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work flexibly and cooperatively in a fast paced team environment. Excellent skills in the following areas are highly desirable: native or native-like proficiency in English; proficiency in the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access, thoroughness in execution of task assignments; proficiency in a language other than English, particularly Spanish; and excellent time management and adherence to deadlines.

IF INTERESTED, SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER:

Mail:
Center for Applied Linguistics
4646 40th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20016-1859
ATTN: Human Resources Coordinator, Recruitment 14-17

Electronically:
jobs at cal.org<mailto:jobs at cal.org>
Attn: Recruitment 14-17

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CAL offers a comfortable work environment with competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. We are conveniently located two blocks from the Tenleytown/AU Metro Station on the Red Line.

The Center for Applied Linguistics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based upon race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, handicap, or any other reason not related to employment.

In accordance with USCIS regulations, all successful applicants will be required to show proof of their legal right to accept employment in the United States.

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