U.S. Army Behavioral Research Deputy Program Manager

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 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.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking to hire a U.S. Army Behavioral Research Deputy Program Manager for a well-established applied research program based out of Columbus, GA.

Location: Columbus, GA. This will be primarily remote/telework, but the person must be local to the Columbus, GA location and able to go on-site regularly and as needed and travel up to 25%.

In this role, you will:

Be a leading member of the research team, providing support across multiple projects for the U.S. Army Research Institute (ARI) and other government agencies.

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Manage and 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 administrative 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 detailed coordination and 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.
• As required, support development of data collection instruments, collect field data, conduct interviews, enter data, conduct quality assurance checks on data, devise analytical approaches, and collate data from various sources.
• Support the development of research results through briefings and technical reports.
• The successful candidate must be proactive, well-organized, and adept at building and maintaining systems and processes for the team.
• The position requires a high degree of professionalism, presence, flexibility, judgment, and discretion.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; 6 years with a PhD.
• Must have demonstrated experience supporting U.S. Army behavioral research projects in the areas of Soldier and Leader development, enhancing decision making, accelerated training and skill sustainment, and talent identification.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in a Behavioral Science field such as Psychology or Sociology.
• Former Army field grade officer with relevant advanced degree (e.g., Psychology).
• Experience with data analysis and data visualization tools/platforms: R, Python, Power Bi, Army Vantage or be a former Army ORSA.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.

Key Attributes:

• Appreciation and passion for applied research and methodologies
• Problem Solver
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• InitiativeAdaptable and flexible

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.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed athttps://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

EEO

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