Assessment Specialist - School of Medicine
About the role
Union/Affiliation:
Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range:
SFU Department Descr:
School of Medicine - Medical Education Operations
Position Grade:
11
of openings:
3
Biweekly Hours:
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!
At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine, we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings, in patient-centred environments, and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community, Fraser Health Authority, First Nations Health Authority, physicians and Indigenous partners will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes.
The Assessment, Evaluation & Accreditation (AEA) Office supports the School of Medicine by developing integrated, evidence-informed systems that strengthen learner assessment, program evaluation, and accreditation. The team designs scalable data structures, dashboards, and analytic tools that enable real-time insights and support continuous quality improvement across programs. Working closely with faculty, academic leaders, and medical education technology partners, the AEA Office advances SFU’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and inclusive learning environments. Our team culture is analytical, collaborative, and learner-centred, grounded in integrity, reflective practice, and respect. We value curiosity, service, creativity, and data-informed approaches to strengthening medical education.
About the Role
The Assessment Specialist plays a central role in shaping a high-quality, data-driven Program of Assessment for SFU’s School of Medicine. In collaboration with the faculty, this position leads the design, development, scoring and psychometric analysis of assessment modalities—ranging from written exams and progress tests to OSCEs, workplace-based assessments and portfolios—ensuring they are reliable, valid and aligned with competency-based medical education principles. As the School launches its inaugural MD curriculum, the Assessment Specialist will be integral to building assessment blueprints, strengthening test development workflows, implementing defensible scoring and standard-setting methodologies, and contributing to continuous quality improvement. The role supports upcoming initiatives in assessment innovation, including expanding data infrastructure, leveraging generative AI, piloting new assessment technologies and preparing for accreditation reporting. This position is key to supporting learner progression decisions and advancing SFU’s mission for inclusive, evidence-based and community-engaged medical education.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented assessment professional who applies psychometric principles thoughtfully to complex, real-world educational contexts. They are adept at managing all stages of test development and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. With strong project management, communication and relationship-building skills, they exemplify SFU’s core competencies in planning, clear communication, effective collaboration and informed decision-making. They value equity, inclusivity and a learner-centred Program of Assessment, and are energized by building new systems, advancing assessment innovation and contributing to a transformative medical education program.
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About Simon Fraser University
As Canada’s engaged university, SFU works with communities, organizations and partners to create, share and embrace knowledge that improves life and generates real change. We deliver a world-class education with lifelong value that shapes change-makers, visionaries and problem-solvers. We connect research and innovation to entrepreneurship and industry to deliver sustainable, relevant solutions to today’s problems. With campuses in British Columbia’s three largest cities – Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey – SFU has eight faculties that deliver 193 undergraduate degree programs and 127 graduate degree programs to more than 35,000 students. The university now boasts more than 160,000 alumni residing in 143 countries.
Assessment Specialist - School of Medicine
About the role
Union/Affiliation:
Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range:
SFU Department Descr:
School of Medicine - Medical Education Operations
Position Grade:
11
of openings:
3
Biweekly Hours:
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!
At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine, we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings, in patient-centred environments, and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community, Fraser Health Authority, First Nations Health Authority, physicians and Indigenous partners will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes.
The Assessment, Evaluation & Accreditation (AEA) Office supports the School of Medicine by developing integrated, evidence-informed systems that strengthen learner assessment, program evaluation, and accreditation. The team designs scalable data structures, dashboards, and analytic tools that enable real-time insights and support continuous quality improvement across programs. Working closely with faculty, academic leaders, and medical education technology partners, the AEA Office advances SFU’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and inclusive learning environments. Our team culture is analytical, collaborative, and learner-centred, grounded in integrity, reflective practice, and respect. We value curiosity, service, creativity, and data-informed approaches to strengthening medical education.
About the Role
The Assessment Specialist plays a central role in shaping a high-quality, data-driven Program of Assessment for SFU’s School of Medicine. In collaboration with the faculty, this position leads the design, development, scoring and psychometric analysis of assessment modalities—ranging from written exams and progress tests to OSCEs, workplace-based assessments and portfolios—ensuring they are reliable, valid and aligned with competency-based medical education principles. As the School launches its inaugural MD curriculum, the Assessment Specialist will be integral to building assessment blueprints, strengthening test development workflows, implementing defensible scoring and standard-setting methodologies, and contributing to continuous quality improvement. The role supports upcoming initiatives in assessment innovation, including expanding data infrastructure, leveraging generative AI, piloting new assessment technologies and preparing for accreditation reporting. This position is key to supporting learner progression decisions and advancing SFU’s mission for inclusive, evidence-based and community-engaged medical education.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented assessment professional who applies psychometric principles thoughtfully to complex, real-world educational contexts. They are adept at managing all stages of test development and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. With strong project management, communication and relationship-building skills, they exemplify SFU’s core competencies in planning, clear communication, effective collaboration and informed decision-making. They value equity, inclusivity and a learner-centred Program of Assessment, and are energized by building new systems, advancing assessment innovation and contributing to a transformative medical education program.
Full
About Simon Fraser University
As Canada’s engaged university, SFU works with communities, organizations and partners to create, share and embrace knowledge that improves life and generates real change. We deliver a world-class education with lifelong value that shapes change-makers, visionaries and problem-solvers. We connect research and innovation to entrepreneurship and industry to deliver sustainable, relevant solutions to today’s problems. With campuses in British Columbia’s three largest cities – Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey – SFU has eight faculties that deliver 193 undergraduate degree programs and 127 graduate degree programs to more than 35,000 students. The university now boasts more than 160,000 alumni residing in 143 countries.