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Cognitive Ability & Personality Traits explain up to 55% of variance in job performance

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CVs3%
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Interviews34%
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Behavioral Tests55%

Understand candidates with the Big5 traits

Our test closely matches the NP100 personality test, the most comprehensive personality test in the world, assessing the Big5 traits, Hexaco traits, and other minor traits.

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Openness

Curious, imaginative, and eager to explore new ideas and experiences.

Practical, traditional, and focused on familiar approaches.

Conscientiousness

Organized, reliable, and driven to achieve goals with discipline.

Flexible, spontaneous, and comfortable with uncertainty.

Extraversion

Energetic, outgoing, and thrives in social interactions.

Reserved, introspective, and prefers solitude or small groups.

Agreeableness

Compassionate, cooperative, and motivated to maintain harmony.

Assertive, skeptical, and willing to challenge others.

Neuroticism

Calm, resilient, and handles stress well.

Sensitive, reactive, and prone to experiencing strong emotions.

Cognitive Ability is the best performance predictor

The higher the complexity of the tasks at work, the more cognitive ability is crucial. Our tests assess math, spatial, and fluid cognitive ability.

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Tailored Reccomendations

Our algorithm leverages psychometric data and insights from both candidates and your team to deliver recommendations perfectly aligned with your unique needs and environment.

Whether your goal is to enhance individual or team performance, boost employee retention, or strengthen your company culture, Aurora provides the data-driven solutions to achieve it.

Leverage data on more than
1,000 job categories

Cognitive ability and personality traits are valid predictors across a wide range of job roles.

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FAQ

Aurora’s assessments are grounded in decades of research on cognitive abilities and personality traits as predictors of job performance. Our tests of reference are the 100NP for the personality test, and the AGCT and the RPM for the cognitive tests, for their outstanding performance nothwithstanding their brevity. They have shown a cognitive loading higher than 90% on samples of millions of respondents.

Highly Predictive

Our cognitive and personality assessments explain up to 55% of the variance in job performance, a metric supported by over 70 years of scientific research. This ensures you’re shortlisting candidates who are truly suited for success in the role.

Aurora uses two primary types of assessments:

- Cognitive Tests: These measure critical reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities that correlate strongly with job performance.

- Personality Tests: Based on the Big Five Model, these assess traits like openness, conscientiousness, and emotional stability, giving insights into workplace behavior.

Aurora's tests were developed in collaboration with psychologists and industry experts, drawing from a foundation of peer-reviewed studies and psychometric validation processes. Each test undergoes continuous refinement to maintain accuracy and relevance across industries.

Absolutely!

Aurora’s algorithm is built on psychometric databases with thousands of respodents to match the cognitive and personality requirements of over 1,000 job categories. For each job position we identified one or more combinations of traits levels that are ideal for top performance.

Aurora’s advanced algorithms integrate test results with predictive analytics to rank candidates based on their fit for the role. This data-driven approach reduces bias, focusing solely on the traits and abilities that lead to high performance.

Rigorous Validation Process

Aurora’s assessments undergo validation against job performance data to ensure their predictive accuracy. Regular benchmarking and feedback from employers further refine the tests to meet evolving industry standards.

Data Security Is Our Priority

Aurora complies fully with GDPR regulations and uses tier-1 databases to store candidate data securely. Test results are anonymized for benchmarking and shared only with the client companies involved in the hiring process.

Yes! Aurora’s platform supports internal assessments, allowing you to benchmark your existing team and uncover hidden potential. Our scientifically validated tests ensure you’re identifying the right talent for internal growth and development.

Aurora combines decades of research, validated methodologies, and modern psychometric techniques to deliver assessments that are both reliable and predictive. Our scientific rigor ensures that every hiring decision is backed by data, not guesswork.