Behavioral Research Scientist Remote / Telecommute Jobs

About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. Program Overview Comprised of social scientists, PhD-level researchers, and data scientists that bring a multidisciplinary approach to solving challenging applied research questions, this program sustains research to shape the face of personnel security and suitability for the DoD, IC, and federal goverment at large. About The Role Peraton is seeking to hire a Behavioral Research Scientist with a well-established applied research program based out of Columbus, GA Location Remote role; remote but includes travel up to 25% This role will be a member of the research team, providing support across multiple projects for the U.S. Army Research Institute (ARI) and other government agencies Responsibilities of this position include

• Conduct research using behavioral science principles, methodologies, and technologies in an applied government setting
• Collect field data, conduct interviews, enter data, and conduct quality assurance checks on data
• Support the development of research results through briefings and technical reports
• Work cooperatively with team members to ensure research products' quality, timeliness, and accuracy
• Interface with customers and sponsors to meet their requirements, including detailed coordination
• Brief Army personnel, observe training events, capture details of training events, and assess training outcomes
• Work as part of a team, devise analytical approaches, develop data collection instruments, and collate data from various sources
• The successful candidate must be proactive, well-organized, dependable, and have the ability to work with minimal supervision
• The position requires a high degree of professionalism, presence, flexibility, judgment, discretion, and the ability to work independently
• This position is remote but includes travel up to 25% Qualifications Basic Qualifications
• 2 years with BS/BAdegree; or an MS/MA degree.
• Experience supporting Army behavioral research projects
• U.S. citizenship required
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications
• PhD in a Behavioral Science field such as Psychology or Sociology
• Former Army field grade officer or Senior non-commissioned officer with relevant advanced degree
• Experience with data analysis and data visualization tools/platforms R, Python, Power Bi, Army Vantage Details Target Salary Range $80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits

Statement Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https//www.careers.peraton.com/benefits. Application Statements The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. EEOEqual opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job Apply To This Job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job