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The Leidos Military and Veterans Health Solutions Operation has an opening for a Research Psychologist to join the Operational Readiness Directorate at the Naval Health Research Center in San Diego, CA.

This position will provide support to the Epidemiology and Data Management Support Department and involves research on the physical and mental health of military personnel to improve health, readiness, and quality of life. This work will include collaborating with other researchers in the Department, contributing to the implementation and execution of research studies, conducting statistical analyses, and drafting scientific documents such as abstracts, manuscripts, presentations, and funding proposals.

Are you ready for unique and exciting work?

This is a full-time position in San Diego with a hybrid work schedule (on-site and telework). The candidate for this position must be located within commuting distance of San Diego to work on-site at the Naval Health Research Center as needed, typically 1-2 days per week. The number of days on-site may vary, and the schedule is subject to change based on program and customer requirements. Work hours will coincide with the standard command business hours of 0700-1630.

Primary Responsibilities

• 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.

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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.

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Original Posting Date:

2024-08-19

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $81,250.00 - $146,875.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.