I am an experienced Researcher and Data Scientist specialising in psychometrics, learning analytics, and ethical data use within higher education. I currently work as a Lead Psychometrician, developing aptitude assessments, adaptive testing systems, and AI-driven matching algorithms to inform career development.
With a track record across roles at the Cabinet Office, Tetra Pak, Deloitte, Monash University, and the University of Liverpool, I have advanced assessment integrity, automated data pipelines, ensured financial data accuracy, enhanced student retention, and aligned stakeholder expectations in learning analytics. Proficient in R and Python, I am passionate about transforming education through ethical, evidence-based data practices.
If you would like to discuss psychometric support or collaboration opportunities, please contact me at: alexwhitelockw [at] gmail [dot] com
Education
University of Liverpool, UK
PhD in Psychology
University of Liverpool, UK
BSc in Psychology
Experience
Intalo Group | Lead Psychometrician | August 2025 - Present
Maki | Senior Psychometrician | April 2025 - July 2025
Cabinet Office | Senior Psychometrician | November 2023 - April 2025
Tetra Pak | Learning Analytics Expert | October 2022 - June 2023
Deloitte | Senior Analyst | January 2022 - September 2022
Monash University | Research Fellow | January 2019 - December 2021