Psychology Research Subject Matter Expert

Job Location:

SierTeK Ltd. – Beaver Creek, OH 45431. Position Type:
Part Time. Shift: Day.

SierTeK is seeking a Psychology Research Subject Matter Expert to support an opportunity remotely (part‑time).

Support research initiatives within USAFSAM/FESP. Provide expertise in study design, statistical analysis, behavioral science research, and project coordination to support human performance research objectives.

• Assist in development and execution of comprehensive study protocols, including hypothesis development, research methodologies, data collection strategies, and statistical analysis plans in collaboration with USAFSAM/FESP professional staff.
• Conduct scientific literature reviews and perform data analyses to support customer leadership and research objectives.
• Advise USAFSAM/FESP staff regarding optimal statistical methodologies and analytical approaches for study data.
• Perform descriptive and inferential statistical analyses using appropriate statistical software and research methodologies.
• Assist in minimizing threats to data validity and maintaining integrity of statistical products and online data repositories.

• Manage and coordinate research data processes, including acquisition, input, maintenance, storage, and electronic formatting of project data.
• Support project teams with data collection, database maintenance, and downloading assessment data into project databases.
• Ensure all research data and technical information are maintained securely and in compliance with IRB protocols, confidentiality requirements, and applicable safeguards.
• Complete required IRB training and documentation associated with conducting research activities.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of screening data, technical reports, and sensitive information not approved for public release.

• Prepare scientific and statistical reports in support of peer‑reviewed publications, technical reports, and professional presentations.
• Coordinate with USAFSAM/FESP and 711 HPW staff to support dissemination of research findings.
• Participate in research discussions, customer consultations, and scientific collaboration efforts.
• Travel as required to support professional conferences, leadership meetings, research presentations, and customer engagements.

• Maintain effective communication with project personnel to facilitate collaboration and teamwork.
• Arrange, facilitate, and participate in research team meetings, including leading recurring project meetings as needed.
• Provide operational support for USAFSAM/FESP research activities and assist with acquisition of data supporting project goals and objectives.
• Support additional USAFSAM/FESP‑related investigations during periods of changing workload or research interruptions.

• Master’s degree in Research Psychology, Industrial Organizational Psychology, or a related Psychology discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in database development and data management, research data collection and organization, statistical analysis and interpretation, research report writing, and developing actionable recommendations to improve human performance.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience designing and conducting statistical analyses using software such as JMP, SPSS, R, or comparable statistical analysis tools.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience developing research outcome products, including professional presentations, peer‑reviewed publications, and technical reports.
• Minimum of five (5) years of administrative management experience related to study design, research methodologies, and dissemination of empirically based human performance research results.
• Ability to maintain a signed Non‑Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

• Doctoral degree in Research Psychology, Industrial Organizational Psychology, or a related discipline preferred.
• Master’s degree with 7+ years of directly related experience may be considered.
• Experience supporting human performance and behavioral science research within the Department of Defense environment.
• Experience developing and administering validated psychological assessment instruments through mobile and web‑based platforms.
• Experience authoring peer‑reviewed journal articles and/or official USAF/DoD technical reports related to behavioral science and human performance research.

SierTeK is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity, and sexual orientation.