DSST - Lifespan Development Psychology

Posted Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 4:00 AM

About Us:

Prometric is a leading provider of technology-enabled testing and assessment solutions to many of the world’s most recognized licensing and certification organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies. We support more than 7 million test takers annually at our testing locations in 180 countries around the world. With over three decades of experience working with clients of all sizes across a multitude of industry sectors, our mission is to design and deliver the highest quality and most innovative testing solutions anytime, anywhere.

Remote | Contract | October 2025 – November 2026

Prometric, a global leader in technology-enabled testing and assessment solutions. We are developing high-quality multiple-choice items for college/university-level DANTES Subject Standardized Tests examinations (DSST). We are seeking experienced Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to assist in the creation and review of test questions across a range of academic and professional disciplines.

As an SME, you will work closely with Prometric’s test development team to ensure the content accuracy, relevance, and quality of DSST test items. This role is remote and will involve periodic assignments and virtual collaboration via Prometric’s online item authoring system, including scheduled conference calls between October 2025 and November 2026
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• Develop and review multiple-choice test items aligned with exam specifications
• Ensure content accuracy, clarity, and alignment with learning objectives
• Participate in virtual meetings and provide feedback to Prometric’s test developers
• Meet deadlines and maintain high standards of academic rigor

• Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant discipline
• College or university teaching experience in the subject area within the past 3 years
• Access to current foundational text and/or resource materials (Vital Source and/or college/university library)
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Proven ability to meet project deadlines consistently

We are currently seeking SMEs with in-depth knowledge in at least one of the following subject areas:

• Ethics & Society
• Business Mathematics
• Criminal Justice
• Fundamentals of College Algebra
• Fundamentals of Counseling
• Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
• Principles of Finance
• Principles of Statistics
• Technical Writing
• American Government and Politics
• Introduction to Psychology
• Analyzing and Interpreting English Literature
• English Composition

SMEs should be adept at critical thinking, able to clearly convey complex academic concepts, and comfortable translating subject knowledge into accessible assessment content. This is a unique opportunity for academic professionals to contribute their expertise toward the development of nationally recognized assessments. Your work will directly impact the quality and rigor of exams that support candidates in achieving academic and professional success.

Prometric is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.