Job Title: Researcher (Social Sciences)

Job Category: Science

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

The Opportunity:CACI is seeking social science researcher to supporting the ITM project with DARPA. Apply your behavioral science training to support innovative, real-world research for national security as part of a cutting-edge program. You will assist with experimental design, contribute to behavioral-focused data analysis, and support the development of manuscripts and research deliverables while collaborating with experienced researchers to translate academic concepts into practical applications.

Responsibilities:In this role, you’ll support project teams by contributing your academic knowledge and learning alongside experienced professionals. You’ll assist with applying concepts from psychology and experimental design to help with study development, data collection, and basic analysis. You may help coordinate materials for program reviews or demonstration events and provide input when reviewing reports or research documents, particularly from a human cognition perspective. This position is designed to give you hands-on experience while building practical skills in an applied research environment.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Publications and presentations in academic outlets

• Graduate level training in research methods or statistics for the social sciences

• Advanced degree in psychology or human factors

• Experience working in software development environment

• Experience or expertise in human factors of AI solutions

• Teamwork skills and flexibility for agile work cadence

• Interpersonal communication skills, strong work ethic, and motivated to learn

• Experience with social science research methods and statistics

• Familiarity with academic publication process (journals and conferences)

• Ability to work on the computer for long periods and communicate with individuals by telephone, email, and face-to-face

• Working primarily remotely with occasional in person meetings in Fairfax, VA or Annapolis, MD areas

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$63,300-$129,700

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.