LAW SCHOOL ADMISSION COUNCIL – NEWTOWN, PA
Test Specialist – Job Code: TS-APA
Candidate will develop questions for the LSAT that are of high quality and are sensitive to the diversity of the LSAT population. Position requires the writing, review, and revision of questions that are designed to assess informal and deductive reasoning skills. This involves the use of test question databases and the application of basic test-related statistics. Other duties may include participating in the review and development of informational and test preparation materials as well as participating in research related to the LSAT and special project management; and participating in the assembly and review of sections of questions for the LSAT. This is a two year contract position with the possibility of becoming a regular position.
Requirements include an MA and doctoral-level work in Philosophy, Linguistics, Classics or other related discipline requiring strong reading, reasoning, and analytical skills. A Ph.D. is preferred. Training in logic, a broad background in liberal arts, and precise and fluent use of Standard Written English are necessary. College teaching experience is desirable. Demonstrated organizational skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and the ability to meet deadlines are required. Must have the ability to exercise discretion in handling sensitive and confidential materials.
LSAC staff and information will be available at the 2007 Eastern Division meeting of the American Philosophical Association and at the 2008 meeting of the Linguistic Society of America.
Salary: $60,000 per year or more depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits are highly competitive. For more information, please visit our website at: http://www.LSAC.org.
To apply, please forward vitae, a letter of application including Job Code, and a list of references to: C. Rommel, HR Section, Job Code: TS-APA, Law School Admission Council, P.O. Box 40, Newtown, PA 18940. Fax: 215.504.3808; E-mail: employment@LSAC.org. Application deadline: March 10, 2008.
Law School Admission Council takes great pride in its dedication to being an EOE/AA Employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, women, and people who are differently abled are encouraged to apply.