Research Scientist

Research Scientist (Senior Functional Analyst)

Council for Logistics Research, Inc. (CLR) McLean, VA

Benefits Offered: Medical, Life Insurance, 401(k), Dental, PTO, 11 Paid Federal Holidays

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: On-site in Bethesda, MD

Supervises: No

Salary: $110,000 - $140,000

Citizenship / Clearance Requirements: U.S. Citizenship required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tier 1 security clearance and pass government background screening.

Description of Work: The Research Scientist provides scientific and analytical support to the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE) to advance research initiatives related to traumatic brain injury (TBI), psychological health, and warfighter brain health programs. The position supports strategic research planning, program evaluation, and dissemination of research findings to improve clinical care and operational effectiveness.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and analysis related to traumatic brain injury, psychological health, and brain health initiatives.
• Support government leadership in advancing NICoE research objectives and strategic initiatives.
• Evaluate program effectiveness through data analysis and research methodologies.
• Develop peer-reviewed manuscripts, white papers, best practice reports, and technical briefs.
• Collaborate with clinicians, researchers, and operational stakeholders to integrate research findings into clinical practice.
• Assist with development and monitoring of research Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Provide support for scientific working groups and research meetings.
• Assist with grant writing and submission efforts for research initiatives.
• Prepare summaries and documentation of research activities.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:

• PhD in a relevant field such as neuroscience, psychology, public health, biomedical sciences, or related discipline.
• Approximately 10 years of relevant experience. 
• Experience conducting clinical or healthcare research.
• Experience writing scientific publications, white papers, or research reports.
• Strong analytical and research methodology skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
• Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Knowledge of traumatic brain injury, psychological health programs, or military medicine preferred.

CLR and its subcontractors shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, and gender identity. These regulations also require affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to protected characteristics.