What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social and Behavioral Scientist II / Principal Investigator position at Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies?
Social and Behavioral Scientist II / Principal Investigator Location MD - Silver Spring Job Code 11977 # of openings 2 Apply Now (https : / / phg.tbe.taleo.net / phg04 / ats / careers / v2 / applyRequisition?org=AKIMEKATECH&cws=43&rid=11977) The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a potential need for a Social and Behavioral Scientist II / Principal Investigator to support our government customer located in Silver Spring, MD. DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES : Conducts research and development activities in support of behavioral health efforts for the military. Responsible for designing and conducting experiments and program evaluations, analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, and writing technical reports and manuscripts. Expected to travel to military installations for data collections. Expected to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and co-workers, assist with implementation of initiatives, and provide consultation as needed. Takes the lead on projects and functions as a principal investigator and is accountable for the execution of protocols. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor. REQUIRED DEGREE / EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION : Preferred : a doctoral degree in Behavioral Science or related field REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE : Knowledge of research design, statistical software packages, and proposal writing. Knowledge of writing curriculum related to psychological resilience and generating training modules for military audiences. DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE : Minimum of five plus (5 ) years of experience in Behavioral Science or related field. REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE : Must be U.S. Citizen Must pass Tier II / NACI background check ?The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible full-time employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here (HRdept@alakaina.com) to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees. The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, K?pono Government Services, and K?pili Services, Po`okela Solutions, K?kaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship. For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com #LI-JS1 #ClearanceJobs
