Research Psychologist II

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Are you a skilled Research Psychologist/cognitive neuroscientist with over 10 years of experience designing, managing, and completing human performance research looking for a new opportunity? Look no further than Leidos! We are seeking a Research Psychologist II to support intramural human use research at the Naval Aerospace Medical Research Laboratory (NAMRU), Naval Medical Research Unit in Dayton, OH.

• Research efforts within the Department of Otolaryngology will require collaborating with principal investigators (PIs) on research investigating vestibular function and biocybernetics (i.e., human-machine interactions)

• Developing and implementing new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques

• Actively participating in the recruitment and interview of prospective study participants

• Planning and designing research to test hypotheses anddesigning and conducting advanced and complex experiments

• Creating stimulus materials and performing testing of human subjects; collecting, analyzing, modeling and/or interpreting research data

• Compiling and interpreting research findings for dissemination of research results to the scientific community

• Preparing oral presentations for national and international scientific conferences, workshops and seminars and writing and submitting manuscripts, articles and research reports for publication in peer-reviewed journals

• Overseeing and managing lab equipment and records and assisting PIs in preparing grant applications to obtain funding in support of research

• Collaborating with PIs to develop and establish goals and objectives of research and participating in training and oversight of students and clinicians

This research supports the performance, resilience, and wellness of service members to optimizing warfighter performance in the most trying environments. If you’re ready to take on this exciting and rewarding challenge, apply now and let’s get started!

Your greatest work is ahead!

The Mission
Recognized as a Top 10 Health IT provider, the Leidos Health Group draws on decades of success to deliver a range of solutions and services designed to meet the healthcare challenges of today. From the research bench to the patient bedside, we are a company of scientists, engineers, and technologists delivering a broad range of impactful, customizable, and scalable solutions to hospitals and health systems, biomedical organizations, and every U.S. federal agency focused on health. Leidos works with customers across the continuum of care to improve clinical, operational, and financial outcomes with innovative solutions that advance the next generation of care. Our mission is to contribute to creating a healthier world. To explore and learn more, click here!

Are you ready to join a team dedicated to a mission? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!

The Challenge:

• Serve as research psychologist/cognitive neuroscientist in human use research studies and analyses to understand human physiological factors associated with military operations in the aviation, space, and related environments especially as they relate to aeromedical standards, altitude effects, aviation safety, neurocognitive/neurophysiological effects, and related areas. Research activities will involve medical and human use research both in the laboratory and in the field.

• Develop research in new areas by responding to proposal and grant requests with cogent research study proposals in your area of scientific expertise that are consistent with the NAMRL mission, within scope of the target research, appropriately designed, within capabilities and budget and pertinent to proposal/grant requests. This includes responding to appropriate funding announcements, solicitations, Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and specific proposal/grant requests, as directed by the NAMRU-D customer, as well as seeking opportunities to submit ideas to other mechanisms as appropriate and approved following customer technical direction.

• Design and conduct scientific research, identifying Navy-relevant topics in the areas of warfighter health and performance and write research preproposals, research protocols, formal technical reports, and journal publications addressing the above topics. (All publications are subject to Government review and approval).

• Design and conduct multi-disciplinary scientific research focusing on health and performance.

• Assist with the guidance and execution of research projects by determining project completion needs, obtaining/developing laboratory materials, developing research progress, and financial plans, developing documentation and coordinating approval of related of human subjects use and/or animal use documents, and managing resources necessary to meet project goals.

• Prepare presentations, publications, and other products for non-research technical and general audiences. (All publications are subject to Government review and approval).

• Report outcomes, and recommendations through formal meetings, presentations, briefings, technical reports, and publications. (All publications are subject to Government review and approval).

• Assist other investigators in the design and execution of research protocols on human performance issues of interest to the Navy.

• Assist and educate entry level research assistant personnel in the understanding and performance of their duties.

• Operate and maintain standard and specialized laboratory equipment to include specialized spectroradiometers and photometers.

• Perform statistical analyses using SigmaPlot, Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) or Statistical Analysis Software (SAS). Examples of the typical analyses required for successful performance include T-tests, Chi-Square, Analyses of Variance, Multivariate Analyses of Variance, analyses of covariance, multivariate analyses of covariance, correlations, linear regressions, multiple linear regressions, and power analyses.

• Use multiple computer software packages to create spreadsheets and perform statistical routines (to include MATLAB and laser safety computational software)

• Independently and proactively prepare mission-relevant proposal applications for cognitive, physiological, medical, and performance studies.

• Be willing and able to work non-traditional hours (e.g., nights, weekends) as needed.

• Perform other duties as needed.

What sets you apart:

• Ph.D. 2 years of experience in research psychology, cognitive neuroscience, human factors engineering, or a related scientific field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Proficiency in the use of common statistical analysis software, to include SigmaPlot, SPSS and SAS
• Familiarity in the use of MATLAB and laser safety software, to include working knowledge of ANSI laser standards
• Strong technical writing background with experience in writing research proposals, standard operating procedures, IRB protocols, technical reports, journal articles, and conference papers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently and with others.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Due to Federal requirements, US Citizenship is necessary

You might also have:

• Experience in a military or medical research environment is highly desired

• Demonstrated experience and success responding to research funding and grant requests for proposals

If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. 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:December 9, 2025

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 $87,100.00 – $157,450.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

About 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 $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

 

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