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Pearson · 5 days ago

Learning Scientist

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $120K/yr

Pearson is a lifelong learning company that helps people realize the life they imagine through learning. They are seeking a Learning Scientist to contribute to research and thought leadership in education and learning, focusing on embedding learning science into product development and establishing Pearson as a trusted authority in the field.

BooksDigital MediaEdTechEducationHigher Education

Responsibilities

Act as an expert resource in learning science and education, supporting the business by embedding an understanding of how people learn in our product development and our thought leadership

Conduct, synthesize, and commission research to build articles and papers on key topics that position Pearson as an authority on the future of education, learning, and work

Collaborate with content development partners, including vendors, contractors, and designers, to build externally publishable thought leadership pieces

Represent Pearson at external research convenings and increase the company's visibility in the research community

Provide R&D support for product developments with a focus on embedding learning science and design in products

Support early product development research to test user perceptions of impact and learner value

Support the business to represent education and learning science research in the context of our products via sales/marketing channels, helping drive growth by engaging a variety of Pearson consumers and stakeholders

Qualification

Learning ScienceCognitive ScienceNeuroscienceEducational PsychologyResearch DesignQualitative AnalysisQuantitative AnalysisResearch PublicationCollaborationCommunication

Required

Experience conducting primary and secondary research around concepts at the forefront of education, learning, and work (e.g. future of assessment, role of AI in education, lifelong learning, neuroscience of learning)

Experience translating academic research into accessible and actionable insights for diverse audiences

Experience with a variety of research designs and both qualitative and quantitative analysis

Ability to rapidly establish a strong rapport and collaborate with a range of stakeholders

Ability to work quickly in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment on high impact problems

Strong written and verbal communication across a range of audiences

PhD or other doctoral degree preferred, with a focus in one of the following areas: Learning Science, Cognitive Science/ Cognitive Psychology, Neuroscience, Educational Psychology, Organizational Psychology

Preferred

Experience in applying research findings to inform the design of learning materials and/or learning products and technologies

Experience consulting, advising, or partnering with educational organizations, edtech companies, or government agencies on learning-related initiatives

An understanding of the evolution of the role of AI in learning

A record of research publication in peer reviewed journals, and presentations at professional conferences