Employment Type : Full-Time
Description Pearson, the world's leading learning company, has global-reach and market leading businesses in education, business, and consumer publishing and is listed on the London and New York stock exchanges (UK: PSON; NYSE: PSO). For more information, visit www.pearson.com. We are the world’s learning company with more than 24,000 employees operating in 70 countries. We combine world-class educational content and assessment, powered by services and technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized learning at scale. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people. We are the world’s learning company with more than 24,000 employees operating in 70 countries. We combine world-class educational content and assessment, powered by services and technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized learning at scale. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people. Pearson VUE (www.pearsonvue.com) is the global leader in electronic testing for regulatory and certification boards, providing a full suite of services from test development to test delivery to data management. Pearson VUE offers exams through the world's largest network of test centers in 175 countries, providing testing services for information technology, academic, government and professional clients. Pearson VUE is currently seeking an Associate Content Developer in the Content Development Department. As an Associate Content Developer, you will work collaboratively with a team of content developers in building examinations, creating and maintaining exam question databases, preparing for and facilitating content development meetings, preparing examinations for publication, coordination of examination translation projects, and the collecting and reporting of data related to the team's activities. In addition, you will support the team with recruitment and coordination of external subject matter experts. Your responsibilities will include the timely completion of detailed quality control tasks for ensuring that published exams meet content and functionality specifications and are error-free. Quality control tasks include but are not limited to performing validations of computer-based examinations prior to publication; documenting and escalating deviations in exams according to established protocols; running full end-to-end quality checks of exams with Pearson VUE's proprietary software. As an Associate Content Developer, you will also perform a variety of tasks aimed at ensuring the integrity of exam question metadata. The team will rely on you for accuracy and efficiency with sustained detail-oriented tasks is required. Flexibility is required when responding to multiple work requests as is the ability to work closely with a team to prioritize work and meet deadlines is extremely desirable. As an Associate Content Developer, you will be a part of a high-caliber, team-oriented environment. Your will adhere to a traditional daily schedule but will also enjoy flexibility with core hours. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare computer-based examinations for publication Support content development client meetings Coordinate examination translation assignments with approved vendors Perform database maintenance, data entry, and referencing tasks Proofread content in various applications including Word, Excel, and proprietary Pearson VUE systems This role will be under a hybrid working arrangement, you are expected to work both in the office and remotely.Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree preferred 2 years professional office work experience preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Organizational ability, initiative, and attention to detail Ability to work independently and remotely Proofreading and troubleshooting skills Demonstrated ability to thrive in a demanding, goal-oriented environment Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines Flexibility related to workflow and changing priorities Ability to maintain data confidentiality and security Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office 365, including, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams Ability to learn and use Pearson-specific applications or Pearson proprietary software Primary Location : US-PA-Bala Cynwyd Other Locations : US-MN-Bloomington Work Locations : US-PA-Bala Cynwyd-3 Bala Plaza 3 Bala Plaza WestSuite 300 Bala Cynwyd19004 Job : Professional Development Organization : Assessments VUE Employee Status : Regular Employee Job Type : Standard Job Level : Entry Level Shift : Day Job Travel : No Job Posting : Aug 2, 2021 Job Unposting : Ongoing Schedule: : Full-time Regular Req ID: 2110581