Research Analyst - Cost Assessment & Program Evaluation at Institute for Defense Analyses - Wayne State University : Job Details

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The Science, Systems and Sustainment Division (S3D) has an immediate career opening for an Analyst to support the Department of Defense's office of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE). IDA takes great pride in the high caliber and timeliness of its analyses, which are produced in an atmosphere that encourages independent thinking and objective results. Work at IDA is conducted in a team environment and often involves a multi-disciplinary approach.

Responsibilities:

The Analyst will conduct high-visibility analyses to support and advise mid- and senior-level civilian and military officials on issues affecting the allocation of DoD resources for force structure, acquisition programs, and readiness and personnel activities. In particular, the successful candidate will provide analytical support to the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), including contributing to major studies that affect Department of Defense strategy reviews and the annual review of the Defense program. The Analysts efforts will be focused on data-intensive analyses, developing better mathematical and analytical models, with a particular emphasis on novel and rigorous approaches, including visual displays appropriate for highlighting major programmatic issues for the senior DoD leadership. The analyst will analyze and evaluate the capabilities, effectiveness, feasibility, and costs of proposed and alternative forces, weapon systems, and programs and will make use of the Departments data systems for forces, programs, personnel, and readiness programs and budgets. Close interaction with government officials responsible for leading strategic studies is required. Occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must have either a:
• PhD in a STEM field (such as Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Biology, Computer Science) or Operations Research, Data Science, or any other data-intensive research field; OR
• Masters degree (same fields as above) along with 8+ years of data science related work experience; OR
• Masters degree (same fields as above) combined with military experience.
• Experience using computer programming for data processing, analysis, and data visualization with a language such as R or Python is preferred.
• Must be able to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Some travel is required.

What are the next steps?

• Complete the application and submit your resume.

The application process consists of three interviews.

• A short screening call with IDA's Human Resources;
• A 30 60 minute screening call with IDA researchers; and
• Full day interview with various researchers and staff; includes giving an hour presentation on a research project.

Prior to the full day interview, you will be asked to provide:

• 3 contacts that are willing to write a letter of recommendation; and
• A writing sample.

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required.

IDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair recruiting process and working environment free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

IDA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.