Research Psychologist

at  Leidos

REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ph.D. in psychology or related field from an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Knowledge of military health issues, including physical and mental health, health behaviors, injury, and related outcomes.
• Expertise in statistical theory and methodology used in psychology.
• Expertise in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, or R).
• Understanding of methods and techniques of compiling, analyzing, and evaluating statistical and other research data for prospective and retrospective study designs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Ability to complete all aspects of psychological research from study conceptualization through manuscript publication.
• Ability to self-start, plan and prioritize tasks, demonstrate leadership, and work independently and in a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with military leadership, team members, and internal and external collaborators.
• Ability to manage multiple research projects at once and reprioritize as necessary.
• Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a copy of their transcript (official or unofficial) with their application.
• Hold US Citizenship and the ability obtain and maintain a SECRET government security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active California state license to practice psychology.
• Experience conducting psychological assessments and providing mental health care.
• Previous experience in a military research environment.
• Hold an active Interim or Secret Security clearance.
  Naval Health West - NHW

• Design and conduct research studies on the physical and mental health of U.S. military personnel that are innovative, relevant, and actionable in a military setting.
• Serve as a co-investigator on multi-year research studies examining healthcare and health-related outcomes among military personnel using surveys and validated psychological instruments, assessments, and tools.
• Contribute to study administration tasks, such as the development, modification, and submission of IRB protocols and other regulatory documents.
• Provide expert assistance in research psychology and collaborate with department and external researchers on projects that utilize advanced research methods.
• Utilize statistical software and programming languages (e.g., SPSS, SAS, or R) to conduct analyses across multiple integrated datasets.
• Identify and apply appropriate statistical methods to evaluate data, interpret results, and identify clinical and military relevance.
• Write and prepare scientific reports and manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, abstracts, posters, and presentations on research findings.
• Review scientific reports, manuscripts, and other documents for accuracy in content, statistics, and data interpretation.
• Assist in researching, preparing, and submitting research proposals for funding.
• Attend scientific meetings and present results and study findings to appropriate audiences.
• Work independently to achieve day-to-day objectives that impact operational results and project deliverables for the department.
• Ensure tasks are completed on time for mission requirements.
• Assist department staff with other tasks and duties as needed for customer mission.
• Model Leidos Values at all times.