Director Of Research (Edtech)

TL;DR

Director Of Research (Edtech): Leading innovative research activities and driving evidence-based strategies to shape the future of educational qualifications and assessments with an accent on psychometrics and emerging technologies. Focus on overseeing research functions, developing competitive bids, and integrating AI/ML applications into assessment platforms.

Location: Hybrid (Manchester, UK); Must be based in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).

Salary: £100,000–£115,000

Company

hirify.global is a globally recognized leader in the design, development, and deployment of educational qualifications and assessments, operating as part of AQA Global Assessment Services.

What you will do

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for high-quality, impactful educational research.
• Lead and oversee the company's research functions as a member of the management board.
• Manage research services for clients from initial project implementation to closure.
• Drive growth by identifying opportunities and leading the development of competitive bids and proposals.
• Implement emerging technologies in research while maintaining high academic rigor.

Requirements

• Relevant PhD and an established track record of thought leadership.
• Expertise in qualitative and quantitative psychometrics and research design.
• Advanced data analytical skills and competence with statistical techniques and software.
• Senior leadership experience managing research teams and large-scale projects end-to-end.
• Right to work in the UK (the company is not licensed to offer sponsorship).

Nice to have

• Experience with AI/ML applications in assessment or education.
• Familiarity with automated scoring systems and adaptive testing algorithms.
• Experience working with large-scale data environments and digital assessment platforms.

Culture & Benefits

• Smart working model allowing for a hybrid setup (two days a week in the office).
• NEST workplace pension scheme (tier 1).
• Enhanced sick pay and maternity/parental leave.
• 25 days paid leave plus eight statutory bank holidays.
• Strong commitment to employee professional development and expertise growth.