Educational Assessments Expert – STEM (Chinese)

Position Summary

The Educational Assessments Expert – STEM (Chinese) is responsible for managing the translation and localisation of all ICAS papers where required. The primary focus of this position is the management of the ICAS Science and ICAS Mathematics papers translated into traditional Chinese for the Hong Kong market.

You’ll collaborate closely with internal teams and external experts to manage translation projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery is on time, on budget and of the highest quality.

We’re looking for someone who is not only proficient in Chinese, including the ability to read traditional Chinese characters, but also has strong educational and STEM expertise and an interest in how emerging technologies – including AI – can streamline translation processes and drive innovation in test design.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator or assessment professional who loves the intersection of creativity, precision and educational impact.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assessment Development & Project Management

• Maintain strong oversight of project priorities and ensure workflow is efficiently managed
• Be actively involved in managing internal and external translation processes to ensure successful delivery of assessment projects
• Liaise with internal teams and external contributors, ensuring that all aspects of test construction, review, test delivery and report production are achieved within project timelines, to project specifications and within budget

Innovation & Quality

• Review all translations from English to traditional Chinese and back again, within the lens of a STEM education expert
• Critically review and evaluate assessment materials across a range of subject areas and teams to maintain quality, accuracy and educational value
• Collaborate with other members of the STEM team to raise the level of innovation in items and assessments and encourage student engagement while maintaining accepted psychometric principles and sound test design
• Apply analytical skills to ensure assessments are valid, reliable and effectively measure student performance

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work with relevant teams to investigate AI-assisted workflows for translation of ICAS assessments
• Apply knowledge of the analysis and evaluation of assessment materials to ensure all translated assessments are of the highest quality
• Support other assessment teams as needed to ensure the successful delivery of all Janison Assessment products

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

Essential:

• An undergraduate or postgraduate degree majoring in Education or Linguistics (or related field) and/or relevant teaching experience of STEM subjects at Primary or Secondary level
• Exceptional reading and writing skills in Chinese, including using traditional Chinese characters
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, in English and Chinese, including the ability to manage collaborative discussions and maintain positive working relationships
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback with professionalism and resilience.
• Demonstrated digital literacy and the ability to learn new online tools and systems, including MS Office

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the education system in Hong Kong
• Knowledge of current assessment and reporting issues, locally, nationally and internationally and experience at all stages of test construction

Next Steps

If you are looking for an organisation that will support your growth, provide you with the flexibility you need and are looking for a greater purpose to exercise your skills, then please submit your application. We can’t wait to hear from you!

By submitting your application with Janison, you confirm acknowledgement of Janison’s Applicant Privacy Notice which you can view at this link.

About Janison

Janison exists to transform the way people learn. Our team of educators, technologists and change agents empower teachers, students, accreditation bodies and governments to achieve meaningful educational outcomes by measuring knowledge and progress.

Founded 25 years ago, we are an Australian-owned edtech pioneer delivering more than 6.5 million assessments annually in 117 countries. Our technology supports our commitment to equity and accessibility for all.

Why Janison?

As a finalist in the 2023 Wrk+ Great Place to Work Awards, we are delighted to offer you a fun and inclusive workplace environment, plus:

• Access to our Employee Share Ownership Program. We will match your shares of up to $2,000 per year
• A 5th week of annual leave (conditions apply) and a day off on your birthday
• Parental leave benefit including paid leave, continued Super contributions and more
• A day off each year to volunteer with a community-based organisation dear to your heart
• Annual pay review and bonus program
• A focus on virtual engagement and inclusivity to support our distributed workforce across the globe
• A focus on development and upskilling opportunities (if that’s what you’re after)

For a glimpse into Janison’s culture and to see our regular employee updates, follow our channel on LinkedIn. We’d love for you to be part of our community!