Research Associate

7 days ago

Alexandria, Virginia, United States Institute for Defense Analyses Full time
Job Title: Research Associate

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Associate to join our team at the Institute for Defense Analyses. As a Research Associate, you will play a critical role in supporting our mission to provide objective and rigorous analysis to the U.S. Department of Defense.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operations research, applied mathematics, systems engineering, or a related field. You will be responsible for conducting modeling and simulation analysis of large-scale military operations to assess the benefits and limitations of weapons systems, tactics, and other warfighting issues.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with an integrated team of analysts to execute campaign- and mission-level simulations using the Synthetic Theater Operations Model (STORM) and other analytic tools.
  • Employ statistical analysis and data processing methods to interpret and analyze large simulation output datasets and identify significant model behaviors.
  • Work collaboratively under general supervision on analyses supporting operational plan development, system trade-off studies, operational risk assessments, and other military service-specific studies.
  • Contribute to producing high-quality reports and presentations summarizing analytic results.
Qualifications
  • Masters in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field of science, technology, or research; OR
  • Bachelors in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field of science, technology, or research with 4+ years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience using modeling tools with ability to learn Synthetic Theater Operations Research Model (STORM), the Advance Framework for Simulation, Integration and Modeling (AFSIM), the Joint Conflict and Tactical Simulation (JCATS), or other combat modeling tools.
  • Practical experience using computer languages and data analysis tools such as R, Python, SQL, C++, and Visual Basic.
  • Ability to develop analytic methodologies, collect and process data, execute basic experimental designs, statistically analyze simulation output data, and summarize significant analytic insights.
  • Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Significant interest in Department of Defense issues, military operations, and related subjects.
What We Offer

As a Research Associate at the Institute for Defense Analyses, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging and meaningful projects that support the U.S. Department of Defense. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including diverse health insurance options, generous 11% contribution to retirement, maternity/paternity leave, 20 days paid time off, and relocation reimbursement.

We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment, and we welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for operations research and analysis, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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