Job Description

Responsibilities

Peraton is currently seeking a Behavioral Research Scientist to provide support for research and training course development projects in support of a DoD customer. 

This is a part-time role.

Location: Remote work allowed 100%.

In this role, you will conduct research using behavioral science principles, methodologies, and technologies in an applied government setting.

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Supporting behavioral science and social science research projects for the Department of Defense.
• Work cooperatively with team members to ensure quality, timeliness, and accuracy of research products.
• Writing reports and developing documentation.
• Supporting the development and instruction of course related to risk.
• Areas of research include but are not limited to the following:
  • Personnel Security Clearances
  • Personnel Placement and Suitability
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Sexual Assault Prevention and Response
  • Espionage and Insider Threat

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• 5 years of relevant experience with a BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• The ability to obtain/hold a Secret security clearance.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in a Behavioral Science field such as Psychology, Sociology, or Criminal Justice is highly preferred.

Peraton Overview

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 do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. 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.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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