Research Psychologist **EXTENDED**
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Position ID:
20260090
City:
Springfield, Virginia
Date Posted:
2026-04-06
Expiration Time:
2026-05-09
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Psychology
Salary:
85447 - 158322 PA
Job Summary
Research Psychologists apply social science and psychological theory through applied research to investigate various issues, questions, and problems involving human behavior. In addition, they apply measurement methods and tools to assess the attributes, attitudes, and activities of the workforce, and develop plans to address research findings. They provide consultative services for HR professiona
Job Description
MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: For this particular job, applicants must meet all competencies reflected under the Mandatory Qualification Criteria to include education (if required). Online resumes must demonstrate qualification by providing specific examples and associated results, in response to the announcement's mandatory criteria specified in this vacancy announcement: Experience applying qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to gather data. Experience using statistical software (SPSS and/or R Studio) to conduct complex statistical analyses (e.g., multiple linear/logical regression, factor analyses, analysis of variance, and non-parametric statistics). Experience communicating technical methods and solutions to non-technical audiences verbally and/or in writing. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: A. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology. Master's or equivalent graduate degree from an accredited college or university in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Educational Psychology, Applied Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Experimental Psychology, Social Psychology, or a related field is preferred. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired: Experience with survey and assessment instrument development. Experience collaborating with and advising customers on industrial/organization psychology principles. Experience completing job task analysis, competency management, skill gap analysis, and/or competency studies.