What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Program Evaluation Specialist (Behavioral Epidemiology) position at Leidos?
Description
Are you looking for a career that will make an impact?
Leidos is seeking an experienced Program Evaluation Specialist to join our research team. This position will support an enhanced program evaluation capability at the Naval Health Research Center in San Diego, CA that focuses on evaluating a variety of military health and readiness programs for the Department of Defense. Evaluations will range from process evaluation to impact evaluations and will include programs for active service members, family members, and government personnel. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the full research team, including Principal Investigators, Data Analysts, Research Assistants, and Subject Matter Experts. The Program Evaluation Specialist will design and execute evaluations on new and existing programs, engage with stakeholders, analyze quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods data, and prepare various reports and deliverables.
Are you ready for unique and exciting work?
This is a full-time position in San Diego with a hybrid work schedule (on-site and telework). The candidate for this position must reside within commuting distance of San Diego to work on-site at the Naval Health Research Center with mandatory in office days at least two days per week, and as required for successful study execution. The number of days on-site may vary, and the schedule is subject to change based on program and customer requirements.
Position Responsibilities
Required Education And Experience
Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.
We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.”
Original Posting
December 18, 2025
For U.S. Positions: 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.
Pay Range
Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay And Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Are you looking for a career that will make an impact?
Leidos is seeking an experienced Program Evaluation Specialist to join our research team. This position will support an enhanced program evaluation capability at the Naval Health Research Center in San Diego, CA that focuses on evaluating a variety of military health and readiness programs for the Department of Defense. Evaluations will range from process evaluation to impact evaluations and will include programs for active service members, family members, and government personnel. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the full research team, including Principal Investigators, Data Analysts, Research Assistants, and Subject Matter Experts. The Program Evaluation Specialist will design and execute evaluations on new and existing programs, engage with stakeholders, analyze quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods data, and prepare various reports and deliverables.
Are you ready for unique and exciting work?
This is a full-time position in San Diego with a hybrid work schedule (on-site and telework). The candidate for this position must reside within commuting distance of San Diego to work on-site at the Naval Health Research Center with mandatory in office days at least two days per week, and as required for successful study execution. The number of days on-site may vary, and the schedule is subject to change based on program and customer requirements.
Position Responsibilities
- Assists in the development of a program evaluation division tasked with designing and executing program evaluations on new and existing Department of Defense programs
- Develops interview guides and protocols for program evaluation initiatives
- Develops outputs, outcomes, and impact measures for the evaluation of various programs
- Conducts literature reviews of relevant topics
- Communicates with study stakeholders and sponsors
- Performs statistical analyses of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods data
- Interprets statistical findings and develops technical reports and scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed professional journals.
- Prepares and present briefings to project sponsors, military leaders, and researchers at professional meetings and conferences.
- Develops recommendations for the improvement of existing programs
- Documents and shares lessons learned
Required Education And Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Psychology, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience planning and conducting program evaluations using the CDC framework for program evaluation
- Strong background in program evaluation and implementation science principles
- Advanced experience in conducting statistical analyses of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods data
- Ability to prepare and deliver briefs, presentations, and written reports that are tailored to specific audiences
- Strong written and oral communication skills and demonstrated experience with stakeholder engagement
- Demonstrated experience presenting research results at conferences or in written form
- Ability to travel to military locations nationally and internationally
- Due to federal contract restrictions, candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
- Master's degree or PhD Public Health, Psychology, or a related field
- Two years of experience working in a military or veteran setting
- Demonstrated experience with agile project management principles
- Membership in American Evaluation Association, or similar organization
Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.
We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.”
Original Posting
December 18, 2025
For U.S. Positions: 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.
Pay Range
Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay And Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Salary : $69,550 - $125,725