Research Assistant - Hearing Sciences

Leidos LLC; New London (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos LLC seeks a Research Assistant to join the Naval Submarine Research Laboratory (NSMRL) team in New London, Groton, CT. The role involves supporting research studies on health, performance, and hearing conservation for Naval personnel, with responsibilities spanning protocol development, data collection, and analyses.

You will interact with the PI and other researchers, assist in planning experiments, and coordinate recruitment and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to hearing science, acoustics, physics, or life sciences.
• Demonstrated research methods experience (Bachelors thesis or coursework).
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and oral forms with diverse audiences.
• Preference for those with current or prior SECRET clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required by federal contract.

Responsibilities

• Assist PI in human and non-human subject experimental planning and data collection.
• Develop protocols and prepare/test experimental equipment setups.
• Assist with audiology research and hearing protection device studies.
• Coordinate subject recruitment and ensure protocol execution.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for NSMRL programs.
• Support budget tracking and contract coordination as needed.
• Travel occasionally for data collection and collaborations.

Skills

Research methods experience

Written and oral communication

Ability to obtain SECRET clearance

US citizenship requirement

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Public speaking/presentation

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in hearing science, acoustics, physics, or life sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Statistical software

Job description

Are you looking for a career that will make an impact? Leidos is seeking a Research Assistant to join our team onboard Naval Submarine Research Laboratory (NSMRL) at New London in Groton, CT. As a Research Assistant, you will play a crucial role in conducting research studies and research and investigate the effects of medical, psychological, and performance issues associated with the health and performance of Naval personnel in operational and non-operational settings. Are you ready for unique and exciting work? The Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting in research studies and analyses in support of NSMRL's hearing conservation program.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Interact with and assist Principal Investigator (PI) at the NSMRL in all aspects of human and non-human subject experimental planning, data collection, and data analysis.
• Planning, e.g., scientific protocol development and preparation and setup and testing of experimental equipment.
• Develop scientific protocols for executing required human research.
• Assist with audiology research using experimental apparatuses used to investigate hearing protection devices and communication systems.
• Execute setup, testing, and troubleshooting of experimental equipment.
• Execute all aspects of research subject recruiting and coordinate with subjects and other research personnel to ensure successful protocol execution.
• Communicate with audiologists and hearing conservation researchers outside NSMRL to maintain awareness of technology developments, developments in the field, and explore opportunities for collaboration, etc.
• Prepare and present reports, presentations, and other documents as directed.
• Adhere to and implement scientific review board and institutional board review procedures.
• Assist in the development and tracking of program budget and, when necessary, coordinate with acquisition personnel to ensure contracts are executed in a timely manner.
• Prepare travel and purchase requests with necessary support documentation.
• Provide other research-related support as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to hearing science, acoustics, physics, or life sciences.
• Documented evidence of research methods experience (Bachelors thesis or course work in research methods).
• Demonstrate the ability to interact and effectively communicate both written and orally with a wide variety of people.
• Demonstrate the ability to extend and apply the knowledge of research to the missions of the NSMRL Command and the Navy.
• Desire to seek a career in life sciences supporting military health sciences.
• Ability to acquire, at a minimum, a SECRET classification access level.
• Preference will be given to a candidate who already has this clearance level, but current clearance is not required.
• Due to Federal contract requirements, US citizenship is required.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Work is to be primarily performed on a government installation.
• The normal work week is Monday through Friday 0800 to 1630.
• Some offsite travel (~10%) may be required for data collection efforts, presentations, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with HIPAA, PHI/PII compliance, etc.
• Computer literacy, Microsoft Office proficiency and working knowledge of statistical software preferred.
• Skills should include a foundational and theoretical understanding of general scientific principles.
• Experience in a human subject research setting and experience in the US federal government system is highly desired.

At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting: August 31, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $40,300.00 - $72,850.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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