|
The Operations, Intelligence, and Security Business Unit currently has an opening for a Research Scientist in Northern, VA.
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research Scientist (MCIA-based)
» PhD in a Social Science discipline.
» 8+ years of related experience.
» In-depth experience in academia-based research.
» Knowledge in both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
» Ability to present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
» Be able to effectively, clearly, and concisely communicate (verbally and in writing) with a variety of people in government, industry, and academia.
Additional Personnel Requirements:
The following requirements apply for all contractor personnel positions related to this effort:
» Ability to assist in identifying research goals and selecting appropriate research methods.
» Expertise in analyzing quantitative and qualitative data.
» Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of planning, as they pertain to various regions, including urban, metropolitan, and rural regions.
» Expertise in survey research design and statistical sampling methodology, as they pertain to demography.
» Ability to prioritize and manage competing tasks, simultaneously, and in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
» Proficient in the use of information technology and possesses. The candidate must have the appropriate level of information technology skills to operate community standard DOD Intelligence Information Systems.
» Community standard DOD Intelligence Information Systems include, but are not limited to: Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRnet), Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRnet), Intelink, and basic Microsoft Office software applications (e.g. Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook.)
» Experience and competency with statistical analysis software and technology (e.g. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) ) is a highly desired knowledge, skill, and ability.
DESIRED SKILLS
Research Scientist (MCIA-based)
» Experience in conducting survey research and questionnaire design.
» Familiarity with various intelligence disciplines.
» Experience with tools such as Intellipedia, Intellink, A-Space, M-3, NCTC Online (NOL), CIA Wire, Stoneghost.
» Familiarity with the USEUCOM AOR.
» Knowledge / experience in searching for open source, unclassified, and classified material.
SAIC is a FORTUNE 500® scientific, engineering and technology applications company that uses its deep domain knowledge to solve problems of vital importance to the nation and the world, in national security, energy and the environment, critical infrastructure, and health. For more information, visit www.saic.com. SAIC: From Science to Solutions®
|