David Beauchamp David has an interest in analysis and evaluation of texts. He has a background in language teaching and linguistics. Read more
Tom Benton Tom is a statistician and psychometrician and has worked exclusively on the analysis of educational datasets, with an interest in all applications of quantitative methods to educational data. Read more
Tom Bramley Tom is the Director of the Research Division and his areas of expertise include the application of Comparative Judgement methods to assessment. Read more
Matthew Carroll Matthew’s expertise is in analysis of large datasets and statistical modelling, having previously worked as a scientist analysing ecological data. Read more
Lucy Chambers Lucy's area of expertise includes the moderation of school-based assessment and students' examination writing. She previously taught English. Read more
Tori Coleman Tori's area of expertise relates to curriculum evaluation models and the comparability of optional examination questions. Read more
Filio Constantinou Filio’s areas of expertise are educational linguistics and educational assessment. She provides examination boards with advice on how to redevelop qualifications. Read more
Victoria Crisp Victoria's areas of expertise are question writing processes, question quality and comparability, along with being involved in providing training for examiners and assessment professionals on question writing issues. Read more
Gill Elliott Gill has a background in Psychology and has been involved with the Aspects of Writing research for over 20 years examining elements of 16+ candidates' writing. Read more
Sinéad Fitzsimons Sinéad’s area of expertise is curriculum; including curriculum development, evaluation and implementation. Sinéad is also a Board Member for the European Association of History and Citizenship Educators (EUROCLIO). Read more
Tim Gill Tim's main areas of interest are the application of multilevel models in analysing assessment data, and the analysis of patterns of uptake and attainment in schools and colleges. Read more
Jackie Greatorex Jackie is a Psychologist and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society whose main area of interest is research focusing on education and curriculum. Read more
Anne-Claire Gueranger Anne-Claire leads the Data and Analytics team who design and support several operational data services. Read more
Jo Ireland Jo has worked on various comparability and validation projects at Cambridge Assessment, including the unique 'Aspects of Writing' research series. Read more
Martin Johnson Martin is a member of the Editorial Committee of the Journal of Vocational Education and Training, along with being a reviewer for numerous academic journals. Read more
Nicole Klir Nicole is based in the Data and Analytics team and is jointly responsible for Data Bytes. She developed a keen interest in statistics having previously worked in the chemical and high-tech manufacturing industries. Read more
Sylwia Macinska Sylwia’s main research interests revolve around accessibility and assistive technology. She has a background in cognitive psychology and has previously worked as a specialist student mentor for students with learning disabilities and autism. Read more
Sarah Mattey Sarah is part of the Educational Measurement team and has expertise in using statistical modelling and study design, with experience working for both OCR and Cambridge International. Read more
Tim Oates Tim Oates CBE joined Cambridge Assessment in May 2006 to spearhead the rapidly growing Assessment Research and Development division. Read more
Nicholas Raikes Nicholas leads a programme of work in innovation and development having had over twenty years' experience in technical, research and leadership roles at Cambridge Assessment. Read more
Carmen Vidal Rodeiro Carmen's expertise is in statistical programming and the analysis and modelling of data using traditional and innovative statistical techniques. Read more
Nicky Rushton Nicky's main area of interest is the comparability of examinations with a focus on comparisons of international education systems, having previously been a Primary teacher. Read more
Tom Sutch Tom is part of the Data and Analytics team and is jointly responsible for Data Bytes. He has a background in Mathematics and Applied Statistics. Read more
Irenka Suto Irenka's main interests are in curriculum development, so-called 21st Century skills, and the many human judgements and decisions entailed in educational assessment, as made by students, teachers, and examiners. Read more
Sylvia Vitello Sylvia conducts research into various areas of education and assessment for different types and level of study, and has a background in psychology. Read more
Emma Walland Emma’s main areas of expertise are social and psychological research having previously looked into the lived experiences of people with brain injuries and community based counselling. Read more
Joanna Williamson Joanna is part of the Educational Measurement team and has a background in mathematics. She previously worked on research in other areas of education and healthcare. Read more
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