Job Location : Groton,CT, USA
Description
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Are you passionate about research studies and analyses? Leidos Health and Civil is seeking aResearch Associate in Physiologytojoin our team onboard the Naval Submarine Medical Research Laboratory (NSMRL) in Groton, CT to work with the Undersea Physiology&Performance Enhancement Research (UPPER) team. The UPPER team works to understand and improve the relationship between novel technologies and their human users. As a Research Associate, you will assist in conducting data collections, organizing data for analysis and development efforts, and provide administrative support.
If you're ready to take on this exciting and rewarding challenge, apply now and let's get started!
Your greatest work is ahead!
The Mission
Recognized as a Top 10 Health IT provider, theLeidos Health Groupdraws on decades of success to deliver a range of solutions and services designed to meet the healthcare challenges of today. From the research bench to the patient bedside, we are a company of scientists, engineers, and technologists delivering a broad range of impactful, customizable, and scalable solutions to hospitals and health systems, biomedical organizations, and every U.S. federal agency focused on health. Leidos works with customers across the continuum of care to improve clinical, operational, and financial outcomes with innovative solutions that advance the next generation of care. Our mission is to contribute to creating a healthier world. To explore and learn more, clickhere!
Are you ready to join a team dedicated to a mission? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!
The Challenge:
Interact with and assist Principal Investigator (PI) at the NSMRL in all aspects of non-human subject experimental planning, data collection, and data analysis.
Interact with and assist Principal Investigator (PI) at the NSMRL in all aspects of human subject experimental planning, data collection, and data analysis.
Independently assist Principal Investigator (PI) with the preparation of literature reviews, research protocols, analyses, briefing packages, purchase requests, technical reports and publications.
Apply precise experimental methods to acquire human-subjects' and non-human subjects data. Prepare necessary support documentation through detailed standard operating procedures, technical memorandums and staff training.
Prepare, review, and disseminate various internal or external communications, subject to government approval.
Provide planning and research support to various projects or studies as directed.
Ensure consistent communication with team personnel and other contacts in order to keep abreast of developments in areas of interest identified by the Government PI.
Assist Government PI with preparing and/or editing technical or periodic reports, records, documents, and correspondence.
Coordinate activities and schedules of the extended research team.
Perform various other tasks assigned toward project completion.
Travel to support projects both in and outside of the United States.
Assist UPPER team with data collections, data organization, and administrative support.
Execute setup, testing, and troubleshooting of experimental equipment.
Adhere to and implement scientific review board and institutional board review procedures.
What Sets You Apart:
Candidates must have completed at least a Master's degree with applicable experience.
Knowledge of workflows for cell culture and relevant process optimization and troubleshooting
Experience in performing and optimizing biological assays
Demonstrate the ability to extend and apply the knowledge of research to the missions of the NSMRL Command and the Navy.
Interpersonal communication skills are required to interface will all affected teams, personnel, and vendors.
Ability to acquire, at a minimum, a SECRET classification access level. Preference will be given to a candidate who already has this clearance level, but current clearance is not required.
Due to Federal contract requirements, US citizenship is required.
Maintain a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
Work is to be primarily performed on a government installation. The normal work week is Monday through Friday 0800 to 1630.
Some offsite travel (~10%) may be required for data collection efforts, presentations, etc.
You Might Also Have:
Experience in a human subject research setting.
Experience writing scientific articles and technical reports.
Desire to seek a career supporting military health sciences
Experience working with the US federal government.
The ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
The ability to work within a collaborative team environment, with demonstrated personal drive and initiative to achieve goals.
An organized and detail-oriented self-starter with a strong work ethic.
Ability to work self-sufficiently given direction and resources.
Ability to think critically, solve problems independently and exercise judgement and common sense.
Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to effectively work with minimum supervision.
Familiarity with HIPAA, PHI/PII compliance, etc.
At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We'd like to learn more about you, apply today!
At Leidos, we don't want someone who fits the mold —we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what's next?” before the dust settles on “what's now.”
If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You'll fit right in.
Original Posting:September 11, 2025For 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 $67,600.00 - $122,200.00The 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.