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    Research Scientist/Principal Research Scientist - Arlington, VA, United States - CNA

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    Description

    The Systems, Tactics, and Force Development (STF) division is part of the Center for Naval Analyses, which is the Department of the Navy's Federally-Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC).

    Its mission is to provide analysis for decision-makers to support the development of tactics and employment of forces, the modernization and management of forces, and the establishment of integrated requirements.

    The STF Division's key lines of research include tactical employment analyses, force development analyses, and system performance analyses.

    Our tactical employment-related work focuses on the tactical development of systems, platforms, and forces; warfare and multi-mission tactical employment from platforms to maneuver units, and capability gaps.

    Our force development-related work focuses on technology military utility requirements, cost effectiveness analyses, future force architectures, and modernization issues.

    Our systems performance-related work focuses on design/engineering analyses, test performance and systems operational evaluations, system/system-of-systems interoperability, and modeling performance under operational conditions.

    Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages iterative and creative collaboration at every stage of the problem solving process.

    Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches. We are looking for creative and innovative individuals to help carry out our mission.
    Is a recognized expert in specific fields/research areas and has demonstrated leadership skills.

    Typically lead projects addressing complex issues that may be large in size, and will have clear accountabilities for business development and for managing, growing, and enhancing client/sponsor relationships.

    Operate as a senior researcher at CNA HQ or in the field.

    Routinely take the lead in supporting the work and development of other staff either individually or as a member of a project team.

    Consistently produce the highest quality analysis.

    Operate as a recognized expert in a specific field/research area within CNA; Takes a business unit and corporate perspective; Uses network of clients/contacts to develop and sustain sponsor base, and develop new networks of clients/sponsors.

    Play a lead role in efforts to enhance CNA's reputation via publishing and outreach activities.

    Summarize and synthesize large bodies of work down to the essential elements and convey those results effectively and efficiently, in both written and oral form, to the most senior leaders in client organizations.

    Work independently under limited supervision from division management. Lead our largest and/or most complex and significant projects or multiple projects simultaneously. Serve as a role model/mentor for other staff regularly in the home division and occasionally in other divisions. Develop internal and external networks of contacts and have a positive influence on those networks. Play an active role in supporting corporate initiatives, and support senior leadership initiatives to realize CNA's goals and vision.

    Education:
    Minimum Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, PhD preferred

    Experience:
    Typical minimum requirements 15+ years of experience in research and analysis.

    Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and develop solutions, to formulate problem statements conducive to application of analytical methods, and to develop analysis methods and approaches; Demonstrated ability to supervise program and project operations by developing procedures, planning and directing all aspects of the effort, and monitoring and reporting progress; Demonstrated ability in managing projects, contracts, funds, and resources; ability to conceptualize, develop, and manage execution of a portfolio of projects in support of multiple client organizations; Demonstrated ability to interact, communicate, and advise at senior levels in government and the parent corporation; Widely considered expert in a broad scope of applications and uses of analytic methods; experience in packaging analytic results in report format as well as in development and presentation of oral briefings.

    The STF Division conducts mostly classified work that must be done at CNA's facility in Arlington, VA.

    However, in those situations where analysts are working on unclassified parts of a classified study or on a study that is not classified, we offer a hybrid working environment that allows analysts to work off-site (typically from home).

    Some amount of travel is expected to meet with clients and sponsors outside of the greater Washington, DC area.

    Other:
    Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Security Clearance. Required Documents

    Cover letter - Please upload a cover letter as part of your application that introduces yourself, summarizes your relevant skills and experiences, and indicate the research program(s) of interest at CNA's STF Division.

    Writing Sample - Please upload a research paper or publication that demonstrates your writing and research skills (draft copies are acceptable).


    Voluntary (but highly desired) document
    Please include a personal statement as part of your application.

    The statement is your opportunity to share your goals, interests, influences and show us that you will be a valuable asset to our organization.

    They will only be used to enhance a candidate's application

    CNA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service and protected veterans, or other non-merit based factors.

    In addition to federal legal requirements, CNA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

    These protections extend to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring practices, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training and career development programs.


    The pay transparency policy is available here:

    Individuals will also be subject to an additional government background investigation, and continued employment eligibility is contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

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