Science Assessment Development Supervisor , Lawrence Hall of Science

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Science Assessment Development Supervisor (4165U), Lawrence Hall of Science - 84875

The Lawrence Hall of Science is UC Berkeley's public science center. Our mission is to inspire and engage through science discovery and learning in ways that advance equity and opportunity. We focus on addressing the needs of learners and educators in K-12 systems, designing for the most affected and marginalized students. We leverage expertise in equity‑driven supports, professional learning, instructional materials development, and collaboration to co‑develop solutions that meet the needs of national, state, and district education systems.

This role provides leadership for the design, development, and implementation of high‑quality, NGSS‑aligned assessment systems embedded within instructional materials. It supports and guides assessment specialists to ensure products are coherent, rigorous, equitable, and meaningfully integrated with instruction. The supervisor manages a team of science assessment developers and/or curriculum specialists, oversees timelines and workflows, and fosters staff growth through mentorship, feedback, and professional learning.

The role ensures consistency, quality, and alignment across assessment products and collaborates with assessment leadership and cross‑functional development teams to support planning, problem‑solving, and decision‑making.

This position is eligible for up to 100% remote work and may be performed anywhere within the United States. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs.

• Supervision and project leadership:
  Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and performance management for a team of Science Assessment Developers.
• Curriculum‑embedded assessment design:
  Guide and contribute to the design of high‑quality instructional‑embedded and transfer‑based multidimensional items and performance tasks aligned with the NRC Framework‑based standards and/or NGSS.
• Assessment coherence and standards alignment:
  Ensure coherence and consistent interpretations of standards within instruction and assessment.
• Assessment coherence and standards alignment:
  Support revision processes based on student, teacher, administrator feedback and data analysis.
• Cross‑functional collaboration:
  Serve as primary liaison and representative for the assessment team.
• Professional development and other duties as assigned.

• Deep understanding of NGSS and the NRC Framework for K‑12 Science Education.
• Experience in designing and developing assessments.
• Experience supervising or mentoring educators or specialists.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in diverse teams.
• Ability to manage complex work and timelines across multiple team members and projects.
• Proficiency with business software systems (e.g., Google Suite, Miro, , cloud‑based file systems).
• Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

• Classroom teaching experience with multilingual learners.
• Advanced degree preferred.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

• This is a 1‑year, full‑time (40 hours/week), contract appointment that is eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension.
• This is an exempt, monthly‑paid position.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H‑1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

Conviction History Background:
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter:
This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.