Social Scientist – Stuttgart, Germany – DOD TS/SCI

Peraton is seeking a Social Scientist, who is experienced working with a diverse team of linguists, analysts, and information operations (IO) planners to translate empirical research findings into operational assessments. The ability to work on a team in a collaborative environment is a requirement.

This position is a on-site position in Stuttgart Germany.

Position Summary:

As our Social Scientist you will be responsible for overseeing analytic and assessment projects evaluating the information environment (IE) in the USAFRICOM area of responsibility (AOR) as well as complete assessment reports in the form of briefs, PowerPoint presentations, and direct inputs into C2IE (Command and Control in the Information Environment). Be comfortable using data analytic tools kits and have some familiarity with AI-enabled research methods (e.g., large language models (LLMs), machine learning, natural language processing, etc.). Preferably, also have experience working with opinion research vendors.
 

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct assessments of the information environment, applying a combination of opinion research data, intelligence, operational reporting, and social media insights. Leverage AI-enabled tool kits to complete these assessments.
• Provide data visualization and explain quantitative analysis from Peraton’s research team / vendors and qualitative analysis.
• Contribute to design of opinion research and interpretation of findings. Examples of opinion research includes survey, flash polls, focus groups, and in-depth interviews.
• Prepare status reports, assess project issues and risks, and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives.
• Develop, refine, and coordinate assessment and collection plans for active and future series in the theater being reported in the Command and Control of the Information Environment (C2IE) system.  
• Create, determine resourcing, and/or coordinate with stakeholders, the collection of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, and regional identified indicators through all available sources to assess approved series in the theater.
• Review studies conducted by similar organizations and determine reliability, validity and other strength factors for potential use in theater.
• Create/support innovative social science research initiatives, educate staff on proposed responsibilities, collect results from the implemented tasks, and report to senior-decision makers.
• Work independently or in collaboration with social scientists within and outside the theater.

Join Our Mission:

At Peraton, you’ll be part of a team that’s making a real difference. We are committed to creating solutions that empower the U.S. Intelligence Community and our national defense partners to succeed in their mission to protect America. We offer a culture that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, with opportunities for career growth in one of the most dynamic fields in the industry. 

If you’re ready to be challenged, make an impact, and grow your career while supporting the nation’s defense, apply today! 

Required:

• 8 relevant years with a BA, 6 years of relevant experience with a Masters or 3 years of relevant experience with PhD
• Ability to engage senior leaders and staff, and conduct operational and informational briefings to a large audience
• Army/Joint Targeting, IPB, Intelligence cycle, and COG analysis
• Knowledge and experience in use of all Microsoft Office products
• Willing and able to travel within USAFRICOM AOR
• Current U.S. Passport
• Active DoD TS security clearance with SCI Eligibility 

Desired:

• PhD in psychology, sociology, anthropology, behavioral sciences, social sciences and more than 9 years of applicable experience
• Master’s degree in political science, international relations, area studies, behavioral sciences, sociology, geography, anthropology, or other related social science field
• Understanding concepts of AI-enabled analytics and cloud computing.
• Current TS/SCI clearance
• Experience working with data analytic tool kits (e.g., Babel X, Predata, Zignal, Shadow Dragon, etc.)
• Be familiar with, certified in, or have applicable operational/field time experience in Military Information Support Operations (MISO) / (Psychological Operations (PSYOP)
• Joint intelligence or operational experience with U.S. Geographical Combatant Commands
• Focus on the USAFRICOM AOR and associated problem sets
• Knowledge in JOPP, MDMP, or MCPP planning and targeting processes and expertise in developing and accessing tactical and operational level IO plans and orders.
• Previous experience working at USINDOPACOM, USSOCPAC, or forward elements in that AOR
• Statistical package expertise in IBM SPSS/PASW, R, STATA or MS Excel statistics
• Experience with campaign / operational assessments

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