Research Scientist at Compass Government Solutions

Fort Carson, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Research, Data Analysis, Statistical Techniques, Database Management, IRB Protocols, Collaboration, Communication, Experimental Design, TBI Research, Proposal Writing, Technical Troubleshooting, Physiological Data Analysis, Presentation Skills, Grant Writing, Research Productivity, Teamwork

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description Compass Government Solutions is a Woman Owned Small Business serving those who have served our nation and is committed to excellence in our daily practices. At Compass Government Solutions (CGS), our employees are our most valuable piece of the puzzle. Job Description • Leads and/or assists the development and execution of clinical research studies/projects and carries out all necessary responsibilities related to these projects, including proposal submissions, protocol development, database management, data analysis and interpretation, and dissemination. • Develops and serves as SME for a line of clinical research within the Fort Carson TBICoE research portfolio aligned with his/her own area(s) of expertise. This line of research should prioritize clinically translatable research to optimize TBI outcomes and support force readiness and resilience. • Leads and/or assists with formulating experimental hypotheses and study designs aligned with research gaps and priorities outlined by DoD/TBICoE. • Prepares study proposals for internal and external funding to include leading and/or assisting with grant proposal applications, their associated documentations, and requirements. • Works closely with study coordinators and other research staff to develop study protocols and data collection and database management procedures. • Assists with writing and submitting IRB protocols and reports. • Analyzes and interprets data from clinical research studies performed at Fort Carson and/or other TBICoE network sites. May perform high-level technical analyses, including database coding (e.g., SPSS, R, SAS), application of advanced statistical techniques (e.g., SEM, linear mixed modeling, bootstrapping), and/or processing physiological and/or time series data (e.g., HRV, eye tracking, pupillometry, EEG). • Prepares documents, written reports, presentations and manuscripts for submission to scientific conferences and journals. Attends and participates in scholarly, academic and scientific meetings related to TBI. Presents TBICoE’s clinical research findings at internal and external scientific meetings. • Provides collaborative assistance to other Research Scientists and research teams in the TBICoE network. • Facilitates research productivity with a larger group of multidisciplinary research collaborators. • Other duties consistent with the above responsibilities. Position Requirements: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Must have knowledge of human subjects research protections regulations and best practices. • Must have foundational knowledge of statistics and their appropriate application to clinical research data (e.g., ANOVAs, regressions); knowledge and application of advanced statistical techniques (e.g., cluster analyses, SEM, linear mixed modeling) is strongly preferred. • Must be proficient with at least one statistical software package (e.g., SPSS, R, SAS). • Knowledge of basic and/or advanced processing and analysis of physiological data and/or time series data (e.g., HRV, EEG, eye tracking, pupillometry) is preferred. • Must have ability to troubleshoot technical procedures, ability to work independently, and have excellent communication skills. • Must have excellent collaborative skills and ability to function as a part of a research team. • Must be able to work comfortably with standard computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Qualifications Education/Training: • Ph.D., MD or MD/PhD or terminal doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology, Experimental Psychology, Neuroscience, Sports Medicine, Epidemiology, or related scientific discipline preferred. • May consider a Master’s level degree with at least 7 years of clinical TBI research experience and satisfactory publication history. • Must complete CITI/HIPAA training. Minimum Experience: • 2-3 years of post-doctoral clinical human subjects research experience with a strong publication record is required. • S/he will have experience producing manuscripts for publications in peer-review journals and abstracts for presentation at scientific conferences. • Prior experience performing clinical research within the DoD/VA systems of care is preferred. • Prior experience performing clinical research in a clinical population is strongly preferred, with additional preference for experience with neurological and/or TBI populations. Additional Information Benefits: At Compass Government Solutions, we value our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth: Competitive Salary – Recognizing your skills and experience. Accrued Paid Time Off & Paid Federal Holidays – Balance work and life with time to recharge. Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans – Flexible coverage to meet your needs. Capital Services' CSI Benefits Packages – Our signature benefit offering enhanced coverage, mental health support, and specialized resources tailored to our employees’ unique needs. 401(k) Plan – Planning for your future has never been easier. Life & Disability Insurance – Protection and peace of mind for you and your family. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Compass Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Responsibilities

The Research Scientist leads and assists in the development and execution of clinical research studies, including proposal submissions and data analysis. They also prepare study proposals for funding and collaborate with research teams to optimize TBI outcomes.