Research Analyst

4 days ago

Alexandria, United States Institute for Defense Analyses Full time

Overview

**Responsibilities**:
Research Analysts are mid
- to senior-level members of IDA’s career research staff, typically with Doctorate degrees or extensive research, practical, or operational experience. Research Analysts are responsible for contributing to scientifically sound research and providing technical review for others’ research products. IDA addresses diverse and ever-changing topics. Research Analysts are expected to be adaptable, self-motivated, and committed to life-long learning; capable of working independently or as a member of an interdisciplinary research team; and able to work multiple projects concurrently. Specific research-related activities expected of Research Analysts include:

- Develop and maintain relationships with potential sponsors and stakeholders in the national security community to identify emerging issues.
- Engage effectively with sponsors to understand their issues and constraints, and develop responsive research plans.
- Formulate research questions that address sponsors’ challenging and complex problems, and are informed by the broader context of national security.
- Identify key factors of the issue under study, and create and execute appropriate quantitative analytic methodologies, including novel computational and model-based approaches.
- Analyze, evaluate, and integrate data and model results to develop strategic and actionable insights.
- Prepare reports and presentations documenting findings, conclusions, and recommendations and effectively communicate the results of IDA’s analysis to sponsors and selected audiences.

**Qualifications**:

- Education:

- Doctoral degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, or a closely related field of science, technology, or research **OR..**.
- Masters Degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research with 8 years of experience.
- A demonstrated record of research accomplishments in the field of study.
- A demonstrated ability to perform independent research.
- Significant programming experience, preferably with modern programming environments and languages (C++, Python, R, MATLAB, etc.)
- Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, particularly the ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.
- Travel (domestic or international) may be required.

**Why work at IDA?**

IDA, as a non-profit, is uniquely positioned to answer the most challenging U.S. security and science questions with objective and rigorous analysis leveraging extraordinary scientific, technical, and analytic expertise. This position is located in Alexandria, VA, just outside Washington, D.C.

IDA offers the following benefits and resources to their employees:

- Comprehensive benefits including diverse health insurance options, generous 11% contribution to retirement, maternity/paternity leave, 20 days paid time off, and relocation reimbursement;
- Mission-oriented work at a non-profit that supports and protects our warfighters; as a non-profit, IDA employees are eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL);
- Professional development including tuition reimbursement, internal and external trainings, and funding for researcher-pitched projects and publications;
- A culture of work-life balance, including flex time, partial telework, and limiting work communication to core business hours;
- A brand-new facility located in Alexandria’s high-tech corridor in Potomac Yard; amenities include a cafeteria, gym, and close proximity to local dining and shopping; and
- Easy access to Potomac Yard Metro stop and Potomac Yard DASH bus stop. Employer contributes $300/month (IRS max) to commuter benefits.

What are the next steps?
- A short screening call with HR;
- A 30 min - 60 min screening call with researchers; and
- A full day interview with various researchers and staff; includes giving an hour presentation on a research project.

Prior to the full day interview, you will be asked to provide:

- Transcripts (unofficial accepted);
- 3 letters of recommendation; and
- A writing sample.

U.S. Citizenship is required

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required

IDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair recruiting process and working environment free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Click here to learn more about IDA's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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