Human Factors Research Scientist

Leidos currently has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Research Scientist to lead the development of Human Factors solutions for the Information and Data Sciences Division of the Leidos Innovations Center. This position will support multiple programs and projects as well as being responsible for tasking junior staff to support work environments. Additionally, this candidate should be able to serve as a principal investigator on one or more contracts R&E projects, learning the execution of the technical work and overseeing the programmatic aspects of the project. Our projects focus on AI/ML, Resilient Systems, Quantum communications, and Cybersecurity solutions.Note: This is a remote position with options to be hybrid at either San Diego or Arlington locations.Primary ResponsibilitiesFormulate, suggest, and manage complex influence operation data and software driven development projects using modern software architectures.Work with software engineers and data scientists to develop and utilize data pipelines to develop algorithms and/or ML models applicable to the stated influence operations domainsProvide oversight of junior staff developmental efforts, including informing system designs and advanced processing and algorithmic approaches to ensure applicability and generalizability, reviewing technical outcomes to ensure reliability and robustness for operational use-cases.Produce and communicate reports that summarize technical results to a non-technical audienceStay up to date with current state-of-the-art developments for candidate’s domain of specialization and emerging developments in adjacent areas and strategizing about employment of new approaches to current / future R&D projects. Work collaboratively across the company, to gather and utilize novel approaches to solve technical challenges.Design solutions for competitively sourced proposals in, artificial intelligence, information operations and cyber-social dynamics domains. Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences with 12+ years of direct experience developing designing, prototyping, testing, and shaping human-focused solutions, experiments, and operations or Master’s degree with 10+ years or Ph.D. with 8+ years in above domain with direct experience developing designing, prototyping, testing, and shaping human-focused solutions, experiments, and operations.5+ years experience in psychological R&D and statistical analysisExperience in the cyber domainBasic knowledge and experience with AI/ML and data sciencePractical experience in influence operations and managing research solutions in the areas of interestCan act as SME for program engagements or proposal supportStrong analytical skills, with experience using qualitative and quantitative research methods.Strong technical writing and communication skillsExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills and ability to work independently on complex tasks and lead technical efforts.Ability to effectively communicate technical solutions to coworkers, teammates, and customers.Qualified candidates must U.S Citizens and have an active Secret security clearancePreferred QualificationsAdvanced degree (Ph.D.) in social sciences is strongly preferredAbility to relay technical insights to non-technical audiences, both in verbal and written formatsDesire to work in a collaborative team environment utilizing agile methodologiesDemonstrable history of working on Government R&D projects that requires flexible/adaptive and rapid response to government requestsExperience with DoD and IC agencies including DARPA/IARPAHave familiarity with analysis of time-series dataStrong publication recordIRB experience Active TS/SCI Clearance with PolygraphLInCOriginal Posting:July 7, 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 $126,100.00 - $227,950.00The 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.Originally posted on Himalayas

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