Army Behavioral Research Deputy Program Manager (Remote)

Peraton; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Columbus, GA is seeking a U.S. Army Behavioral Research Deputy Program Manager to lead a portfolio of applied behavioral science projects for ARI and other agencies. You will supervise a team, coordinate with contractors and sponsors, and drive proposal development.

This senior role requires a clear track record in government research, DoD security readiness, and the ability to manage multiple projects, reports, and data collection efforts while maintaining high professional standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; 6 years with a PhD.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• Experience supporting U.S. Army behavioral research projects (Soldier/Leader development, decision making, accelerated training, talent identification).
• PhD in Behavioral Science preferred; Army field grade officer background a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team conducting 8–10 behavioral research projects annually in a government setting.
• Serve as a Primary Investigator on multiple projects.
• Supervise ~6 employees, including performance reviews and timecards.
• Interface with Contractor Officer Representatives, subcontractors, and sponsors; coordinate with Army leaders.
• Lead business development through proposals and white papers.
• Ensure quality control and timely delivery of research products; prepare regular reports.
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting efforts as needed.

Education

MS/MA and experience requirement

PhD preferred

Tools

R

Python

Power BI

Army Vantage/ORSA

Job description

Peraton in Columbus, GA is seeking a U.S. Army Behavioral Research Deputy Program Manager to lead a portfolio of applied behavioral science projects for ARI and other agencies. You will supervise a team, coordinate with contractors and sponsors, and drive proposal development.

This senior role requires a clear track record in government research, DoD security readiness, and the ability to manage multiple projects, reports, and data collection efforts while maintaining high professional standards.