Psychology Research SME (26-17 FESP Psych Research SME)

Reef Systems

2d • Remote

About The Position

The 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW) is seeking a Psychology Research SME to provide subject matter expertise to the USAFSAM Department of Aerospace Medicine. This role will expand consultation and research capabilities to improve the assessment, monitoring, training, and treatment of airmen in high-risk, high-demand career fields. The effort addresses psychological functioning related to operational health and performance, including aero medically relevant issues and performance enhancement interventions for various duty positions within the USAF. The contractor will assist in data collection, analysis, report writing, and general management of research studies and outcome products. Services include scientific research design, literature reviews, database management, data collection and analysis, discussion of results, and composition of technical reports and presentations. The contractor will interface with USAFSAM/FESP Aeromedical staff, 711th Human Performance Wing staff, and potentially MAJCOM/HQ staff.

Requirements

• Minimum of a master’s degree specializing in Research Psychology, Industrial Organizational Psychology, or a related Psychology discipline.
• Expert knowledge with at least 5 years of experience of database development, gathering and organizing data supporting analyses for a wide range of analytical procedures, research report writing, and developing actionable recommendations for improving human performance based on research.
• At least 5 years of experience designing and conducting statistical data analysis using software such as JMP, SPSS, R, etc.
• At least 5 years of experience with developing products presenting research outcomes (e.g., statistical results and interpretations), to include professional presentations, peer-reviewed publications, and/or technical reports.
• At least 5 years of experience engaged in administrative management with regard to study design, methodology, and dissemination of results regarding empirically based human performance research studies.
• A signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) in place with their company based on the potential access to confidential, proprietary, and/or sensitive information.
• Employee must be a U.S. citizen.
• Minimum of a Tier 1 background check (T1)/SF85 for any position that requires access to the internet, use of automated information systems to cover standalone computers or unescorted entry into restricted or controlled areas prior to reporting for duty.
• Current IA training within the previous 12 months.
• Favorable NACI background investigation.
• Signed AF 4394 (AF Network User Agreement).

Nice To Haves

• A doctoral degree (or Master’s degree plus 7+ years of relevant experience) specializing in Research Psychology, Industrial Organizational Psychology, or a related Psychology discipline.
• Experience with human performance and behavioral science research within the Department of War (DoW).
• Experience developing and administering comprehensive, validated psychological instruments via mobile and web-based capabilities.
• Experience as an author of publications in peer-reviewed journals or official USAF/DoW technical reports in behavioral science with regards to human performance and behavioral science research.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of a comprehensive study protocol, including hypothesis, methodologies, collection strategies, and overall statistical analysis of study data in consultation with USAFSAM/FESP professional staff.
• Provide customer leadership a relevant scientific literature review and data analyses, as well as participate in related discussions with USAFSAM/FESP staff.
• Confer with and advise USAFSAM/FESP professional staff regarding optimal statistical approaches to analyze study data.
• Perform statistical analyses of study data using descriptive and inferential statistical procedures.
• Minimize any threats to the validity of the statistical products or online data repositories, as well as maintain the data in a secure fashion consistent with IRB protocol and safeguards.
• Maintain confidentiality of screening data, contents of technical reports, and presentation of data deemed sensitive and not releasable to the general public.
• Complete the appropriate IRB paperwork and training requirements for conducting research.
• Prepare reports of scientific/statistical results in support of scientific literature publication, in coordination with USAFSAM/FESP and 711 HPW staff.
• Travel, as needed, to provide professional support, customer consultations, and research presentations at line leadership meetings and professional conferences.
• Maintain communications with project personnel that facilitate teamwork; adhere to strict confidentiality and classification requirements in all forms of communication.
• Be responsible for data management and coordinating process with project team members, which shall include acquisition, input, maintenance, electronic format products, and storage of all project data.
• Assist staff in the collection of assessment data maintenance and downloading into the project database.
• Provide project operations support, to include assistance with USAFSAM/FES research activities and acquisition of data in support of project goals and objectives.
• Arrange, facilitate discussions, and participate in research team meetings, (to include leading a weekly meeting) as needed, to ensure effective communication between research team members as related to the achievement of project research goals.
• Support research endeavors in support of additional USAFSAM/FESP related investigations, as required, in the event of an unexpected interruption in research capabilities and/or reduction in workload.

Benefits

• Government laptop may be provided.
• Access to Virtual Private Network (VPN), .mil access, and shared file access.
• All software and hardware passwords/access to military Internet/E-mail and applicable database will be available within the scope of the contract.
• Data analyses will be provided as necessary to perform tasks described in this performance work statement such as accessing and storing data on US Air Force network drives and communication via DAF government email.
• Encryption Wizard is provided on every computer.
• Outlook has digital encryption capabilities for sending encrypted emails.
• Computers will be updated and patched by connecting to the Air Force network.
• Government-issued badges, identification cards, passes, and vehicle registration media are provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior