Description

Leidos is currently seeking a full-time Research Assistant to support the Psychological Health and Readiness Department at the Naval Health Research Center in San Diego, CA.

The Research Assistant will work collaboratively with the full research team, including Principal Investigators, research scientists, data analysts and subject matter experts. Under direct supervision, the research assistant will support various departmental research teams and tasks. This research will include, but not be limited to, research to test the effectiveness of a resilience training via cognitive-behavioral techniques and biofeedback, evaluate the effectiveness of military programs intended to reduce the risk of family violence, and assess the effects of operational stressors on the physical, mental, and behavioral health of U.S. Navy Sailors. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, able to take initiative, and work well both independently and in a team environment.

Candidate MUST be local to the San Diego area as this position will be required to be on-site at the Naval Health Research Center at LEAST 2 days per week and as required for study requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct literature searches and summarize findings of published studies

• Maintain study documentation and guidelines, such as data dictionaries, study progress documents, and study equipment inventories

• Administer questionnaires and conduct interviews

• Perform data entry and data validation

• Review, prepare, and contribute to project materials, reports, and manuscripts

• Participate collaboratively in team meetings

• Identify equipment and supplies necessary to fulfill study requirements

• Assist with virtual and in-person data collection events

• Generate tables, graphs, and other simple data visualizations for inclusion in disseminated products

• Participate in ongoing trainings related to the proper conduct of research

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant social science field (e.g., psychology, sociology, epidemiology, public health, economics)

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Proven capability to understand and follow a research study protocol, obtain training and seek assistance when needed, and accurately perform or assess required protocol procedures

• Strong interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and flexibility

• Demonstrated experience in interacting effectively with diverse groups

• Due to federal contract restrictions, candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience working with military populations

• Experience conducting research involving human subjects

• Familiarity with EndNote software for literature reviews

Naval Health West - NHW

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.

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.