Behavioral Research Lead & PI for Army Projects

Peraton; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Health Savings Account

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

401(k)

PTO/ holidays

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a U.S. Army Behavioral Research Deputy Program Manager for a Columbus, GA-based applied research program. The role is primarily remote/telework with on-site expectations, travel up to 25%, and local to Columbus, GA.

The candidate will lead a research team, coordinate with ARI and other agencies, and support business development. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years with MS/MA or 6+ years with a PhD, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; 6 years with a PhD.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team that conducts 8-10 behavioral research projects annually using behavioral science principles, methodologies, and technologies in an applied government setting.
• Serve as a Primary Investigator (PI) on multiple projects.
• Provide direct supervision of ~6 employees, including professional development, annual performance reviews, timecards, certifications, and other supervisory tasks.
• Build and maintain rapport with Contractor Officer Representatives, sub-contractors, and functional support staff.
• Interface with customers and sponsors to meet their requirements, including briefings to Army leaders.
• Lead business development through proposals and White Papers.
• Conduct quality control and assurance of all research products and deliverables, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and annual reports; support data collection, analysis, and data management.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

MS/MA

PhD

Tools

R

Python

Power BI

Army Vantage

ORSA

Job description

Peraton is seeking a U.S. Army Behavioral Research Deputy Program Manager for a Columbus, GA-based applied research program. The role is primarily remote/telework with on-site expectations, travel up to 25%, and local to Columbus, GA.

The candidate will lead a research team, coordinate with ARI and other agencies, and support business development. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years with MS/MA or 6+ years with a PhD, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.