Managing Director – Assessment, Human Capital

American Institutes for Research

. Set direction and oversee growth, impact, and performance using a portfolio approach to building project-based work .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $170,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive leadership in education and workforce assessments, with a strong focus on AI-enabled measurement and innovative assessment approaches. Capable of developing strategic partnerships and executing growth strategies while ensuring technical quality and organizational impact.

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Ph.D. In Education, Psychology, Psychometrics, Or Related Field15 Years Of Experience In Leadership RolesStrong Knowledge Of Assessment And MeasurementExperience In AI/Data Science ApplicationsBusiness Development And Client Engagement Skills

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Hard Skills

Assessment And MeasurementAI-Enabled AssessmentMeasurement ResearchProject ManagementData ScienceInnovative Assessment ApproachesStrategic LeadershipFinancial Performance ManagementEmerging Market Trends AnalysisTechnical Quality Assurance

Soft Skills

Effective Communication SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationMentorship And CoachingCollaboration Across DisciplinesOrganizational Management

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipNational Background Investigation Services Clearance

Industry Keywords

Education SystemsWorkforce DevelopmentCompetency-Based AssessmentGenerative AIK–12 AssessmentPostsecondary AssessmentPerformance-Based AssessmentAdaptive AssessmentAutomated-Scoring ApproachesBehavioral Science

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set direction and oversee growth, impact, and performance using a portfolio approach to building project-based work
Align research, technical assistance, partnerships, talent, operations, and business development to maximize impact and growth
Provide strategic and operational leadership for AIR’s Assessment & Human Capital work
Provide strategic leadership for established assessment and measurement work while ensuring technical quality, rigor, fairness, and relevance
Advance AIR’s leadership in AI-enabled assessment, measurement, and human performance research
Shape responsible AI research, standards, and solutions for valid, fair, transparent, secure, and trustworthy education and workforce assessments
Lead development of approaches for measuring AI literacy, human-AI collaboration, critical thinking, problem solving, professional judgment, and other competencies
Develop and execute growth strategies across AI, assessment, workforce systems, and human performance
Lead and support business development and capture efforts across federal, state, philanthropic, and commercial markets
Recruit, develop, and retain senior research, technical, operational, and project leaders
Provide coaching, mentorship, and support to staff and leaders across the organization
Collaborate across assessment, psychometrics, data science, AI, education, workforce development, behavioral science, technology, and program implementation disciplines
Lead and oversee complex, high-impact projects and teams, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery and strong client responsiveness
Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, education systems, employers, assessment organizations, technology organizations, foundations, professional associations, and other partners
Develop strategic partnerships combining AIR’s expertise with complementary external capabilities
Represent AIR through client engagements, professional associations, conferences, publications, convenings, and thought-leadership activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 15 years of experience
Ph.D. in education, psychology, psychometrics, measurement and evaluation, statistics, public policy, industrial/organizational psychology, workforce development, social science, data science, or a related field with substantial senior-level experience; or a Master’s degree with significant related leadership experience
Demonstrated experience leading a collection of complex projects, including direct leadership of major projects and responsibility for strategy, financial performance, staff, and project delivery
Significant leadership experience in education and workforce assessments, measurement research, AI/data science, or a closely related field
Strong knowledge of assessment and measurement, including contemporary issues affecting large-scale, K–12, postsecondary, workforce, skills-based, or competency-based assessment
Knowledge of generative AI and emerging AI applications in education and/or workforce assessment or measurement research
Demonstrated ability to identify emerging market trends and translate them into organizational strategy, research agendas, capabilities, partnerships, or business opportunities
Experience developing or implementing innovative assessment or measurement approaches preferred, including AI-supported, performance-based, simulation-based, adaptive, or automated-scoring approaches
Strong strategic leadership and organizational management skills
Strong understanding of assessment, measurement, and the emerging implications of AI for education and workforce systems
Ability to connect technical and research expertise with client needs, market opportunities, and organizational strategy
Ability to communicate complex assessment, research, AI, and technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Effective written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong business development, client engagement, and relationship management abilities
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams and senior staff
Ability to collaborate effectively across organizational and disciplinary boundaries
Ability to manage multiple strategic and operational priorities in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
Commitment to technical rigor, responsible innovation, evidence-based practice, equity, and continuous learning
U.S. citizenship required
Required to obtain clearance through the National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) system upon hire
Selected candidates undergo reference and background checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

AIR’s Total Rewards Program
Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer
Reasonable accommodation for disabilities during the employment process
Drug-free work environment
Child safeguarding and reference/background checks for selected candidates