Rainer Alexandrowicz

Rainer Alexandrowicz is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Methodology at Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt. His research focuses on psychometrics, item response theory (IRT), applied statistics, and psychological methodology, with applications in clinical research and software security assessment.

• Affiliation: Institute of Psychology, Department of Methodology
• Key Research Areas: Psychometric validation, Bayesian hierarchical modeling, clinical diagnostics

Recent publications highlight his work in developing statistical tools (e.g., Rmx/piccc) and cross-cultural adaptations of psychological inventories. He has contributed to understanding team dynamics in sports and analyzing diagnostic scales like the Beck Depression Inventory.

His methodological expertise spans IRT, Rasch modeling, and software development for statistical analysis. He actively engages in teaching and consultation, with office hours available by appointment.