Social and Behavioral Scientist II/Principal Investigator

Social and Behavioral Scientist II/Principal Investigator - General Dynamics Information Technology - Silver Spring, MD

Discover a career that is challenging, impactful, and mission-critical. Join our team as a Social and Behavioral Scientist II/Principal Investigator and make an impact on WRAIR's Center for Military Psychiatry and Neurosciences (CMPN), Research Transition Office (RTO). While you help us advance the mission, we'll help you build your skills and advance your career. RTO is comprised of a team of research scientists and support staff focused on creating evidence-based knowledge products and interventions to optimize service member readiness and performance, as well as enhance the resilience of service members, their support circles, and DoD civilians. Products developed, analyzed, and presented by the RTO are regularly used by enterprise leadership to inform doctrine, practices, education, training, and policies.

Responsibilities for this position include:
• Conducts research and development activities in support of behavioral health efforts for the military. Responsible for designing and conducting experiments and program evaluations, analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, and writing technical reports and manuscripts.
• Expected to travel to military installations for data collections.
• Knowledge of research design, statistical software packages, and proposal writing required.
• Knowledge of writing curriculum related to psychological resilience and generating training modules for military audiences.
• Expected to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and co-workers, assist with implementation of initiatives, and provide consultation as needed.
• Takes the lead on projects and functions as a principal investigator and is accountable for the execution of protocols.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Doctoral degree in Behavioral Science or related field and a minimum of 5+ years of related experience.
• Successfully demonstrated publication record
• Demonstrated experience working in a military environment (data, population, etc.)

• Location: Silver Spring, MD
• US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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Work Requirements

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Years of Experience
5 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

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Certification

Travel Required
10-25%

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Citizenship
U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information
The likely salary range for this position is $89,250 - $120,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
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About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.