Research Scholar

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number: PG194855EP

Internal Recruitment:
No

Working Title:

Research Scholar

Anticipated Hiring Range:
Commensurate with education and experience.

Work Schedule:

Monday
- Friday, 40 hours a week

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department:
Laboratory for Analytic Sciences (LAS)

The mission of the Laboratory for Analytic Sciences ( LAS ) is to imagine, investigate, and implement innovative solutions for a variety of tactical and strategic analytic challenges. A government team with professional knowledge in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and social and behavioral disciplines, in collaboration with correspondingly diverse academic and industry partners, will create advanced technology and analysis tradecraft in accordance with the U.

S. Intelligence Community objective to maintain global awareness and strategic foresight. NC State and its partners will provide consultation, engineering, research, development, test, evaluation, and assessment services to further the mission of the LAS and enhance related research and mission endeavors.

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Medical , Dental , and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer:
Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

The Laboratory for Analytic Sciences ( LAS ) advances innovative analytic capabilities through multidisciplinary research and collaboration. The Research Scholar role leads the design, prototyping, and refinement of data‑driven analytic tools, technologies, and tradecraft that address complex analytic challenges.

The position applies advanced data‑science methods to create solutions that are operationally relevant and aligned with analyst workflows. It requires a disciplined, iterative development approach centered on rapid prototyping, usability evaluation, and continuous improvement.

The Research Scholar also coordinates LAS and NC State resources that support analytic development; organizes and contributes to collaborative research teams; and supports strategic research priorities. The role is essential in integrating emerging technologies with analytic tradecraft to produce mission‑focused, high‑impact outcomes.

• Work with operational users and subject matter experts to develop analytic solutions that address strategic challenge problems.
• Design and implement software prototypes and solutions that support the transition of research concepts into classified, operational environments
• Provide technical guidance and oversight of multiple prototype development efforts.
• Understand how technical products mature and guide the development of prototype efforts into transitionable knowledge and products.
• Investigate methods of integrating multiple complementary technical efforts.
• Collaborate with operational analysts to develop technical solutions that improve analysts’ workflows.
• Serve as an organizational resource for expertise…