Research Methodologist - Psychology with Security Clearance

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Job description

Description & Requirements Maximus is seeking a Research Methodologist / Psychologist with Behavioral Analysis Research experience to conduct empirically valid behavioral science research to inform National Security Customer security and counterintelligence missions, with an emphasis on personnel security. The individual will support the Government in the behavioral sciences, taking complex, technical information and translating it for colleagues and consumers with non-technical backgrounds. The candidate will generate research ideas, design the methodology to empirically test/validate those ideas, collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data generated by the methodology, and create final reports and briefings describing the research process and results. Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS282, P5, Band 8 Primary Responsibilities: Expertise in human behavior and the application of psychological principles to the security and/or insider threat areas of focus.
Development, maintenance, and delivery of science-based behavior and skills assessments, assuring and documenting their continuous scientific integrity consistent with applicable professional standards.
Excellent teamwork skills - a demonstrated ability to listen, discuss, and collaborate with the objective of maximizing the effectiveness of an outcome.
High level of integrity in dealing with confidential material.
Proficiency in experimental design, data collection, advanced statistical analysis, and data management software including R, SPSS, and Excel.
Demonstrated capacity to lead behavioral science research projects, including development, design, data analysis, and reviewing, compiling, writing, and editing research reports, briefings, and summaries to support research findings. Basic Qualifications: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph required.
PhD in Psychology or related field with 5+ years of experience. Master's with 7-8 years or Bachelor's with 10+ years accepted.
Five (5) or more years of recent professional research experience as a psychologist; specific work experience in applied behavior science research, research methodology, and advanced statistics.
One (1) year of experience supporting IC or DoD research elements and program development. This one (1) year of experience may be concurrent with requisite years of experience.
One (1) year of experience supporting IC Security elements, supporting security policy and program development. The one (1) year of experience must be concurrent with requisite years of experience.
Familiarity with the IC and its components, as well as its missions, disciplines, capabilities, and interrelationships.
Demonstrated familiarity with appropriate behavioral science research, Security Regulations, and Policies. Minimum Requirements TCS282, P5, Band 8 EEO Statement Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status. Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances. Annual Base Pay Minimum for this Position $ 125,000.00 Annual Base Pay Maximum for this Position $ 168,000.00

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