What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Researcher position at Saalex?
Saalex is seeking a Senior Researcher in Newport, RI to support advanced warfare analysis and operational research efforts. The selected candidate will provide subject matter expertise in military operations research, support PhD-level faculty within the Strategic and Operational Research Department, and contribute to advanced projects requiring senior-level operational knowledge and rigorous academic research methodologies.
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $110k-$120k annually (depending upon experience)
Work Location: Onsite
Essential Functions:
- Provide subject matter expertise in warfare analysis and military operations research.
- Conduct extensive research in a rigorous academic environment.
- Serve as an expert analyst supporting advanced projects involving military operations.
- Facilitate post-graduate level advanced research activities.
- Support Strategic and Operational Research Department PhD-level faculty.
- Provide senior-level expertise and analysis in joint military operations.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
Required:
- Extensive research experience in a rigorous academic environment.
- Experience supporting advanced research projects involving military operations.
- Senior-level expertise in joint operations.
- Bachelor's Degree is required.
Desired:
- Experience working with military educational institutions, operational analysis organizations, or defense research environments.
- Experience facilitating graduate-level or post-graduate research programs.
- Strong analytical, technical writing, and research methodology skills.
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree is required.
Security Clearance:
- Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Top Secret Security Clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include U.S. Citizenship, successful completion of a security investigation, and meeting all government security requirements.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
- Stock Option Benefit
Salary : $110,000 - $120,000