Principal Investigator

Govcio•Beavercreek, OH

6d•$210,000 - $220,000•Onsite

About The Position

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Principal Investigation. This position will be located in Dayton OH, and will an onsite position. Responsibilities Lead the development of innovative research strategies, methodologies, and experimental designs to address critical ISR challenges.Foster a culture of scientific excellence and innovation, mentoring junior researchers and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of research projects, ensuring deliverables are met on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, data scientists, and military liaisons, to integrate research findings into practical ISR systems and capabilities. Manage project milestones, risk assessments, and reporting processes, providing regular updates to senior leadership and funding agencies. Identify emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies in ISR and related fields; lead exploratory research to integrate cutting-edge innovations into current and future projects. Develop and implement robust experimental frameworks and data analysis techniques to validate research outcomes

Requirements

PhD with 5+ years, Medical Degree (or commensurate experience)
5+ years of postdoctoral or industry research experience, including a demonstrated track record of leading RDT&E projects, preferably within defense or ISR-related fields.
Proven experience as a Principal Investigator on federally funded research projects, with successful management of multi-million-dollar budgets and complex research teams.
Strong background in ISR technologies (e.g., sensor systems, data analytics, signal processing, autonomous systems) and familiarity with military research prioritiesexpertise in experimental design, data analysis, and advanced modeling/simulation techniques.
Exceptional leadership, project management, and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and drive innovation in a fast-paced research environment
TS/SCI pending contract award

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working directly with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) or similar defense research agencies.
A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at leading conferences.
Experience in technology transfer and commercialization of research outcomes.
Demonstrated success in mentoring and developing early-career scientists and engineers.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of innovative research strategies, methodologies, and experimental designs to address critical ISR challenges.
Foster a culture of scientific excellence and innovation, mentoring junior researchers and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of research projects, ensuring deliverables are met on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, data scientists, and military liaisons, to integrate research findings into practical ISR systems and capabilities.
Manage project milestones, risk assessments, and reporting processes, providing regular updates to senior leadership and funding agencies.
Identify emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies in ISR and related fields; lead exploratory research to integrate cutting-edge innovations into current and future projects.
Develop and implement robust experimental frameworks and data analysis techniques to validate research outcomes