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Research Associate - Quantitative Analysis

Institute for Defense Analyses
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/7/2023 CLOSED ON 4/3/2023

Job Posting for Research Associate - Quantitative Analysis at Institute for Defense Analyses

Overview
The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a Federally-Funded Research and Development Center supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies. IDA's mission is to provide objective analyses of national security issues and related national challenges, particularly those requiring extraordinary scientific and technical expertise. IDA takes great pride in the high caliber and timeliness of its analyses, which are produced in an atmosphere that encourages collaboration, independent thinking, and objective results.

Responsibilities
IDA is seeking a Research Associate to join the Cost Analysis and Research Division (CARD). Research Associates directly contribute to IDA research efforts as part of interdisciplinary research teams. The candidate for this position will support various analyses within CARD and may also work with analysts from other divisions at IDA. A Research Associate in CARD will be required to:

  • Research topics independently,
  • Compile, cleanse, and analyze data,
  • Assist in developing and maintaining information sources,
  • Attend and participate in project meetings,
  • Interact with Governmental sponsors and industrial representatives,
  • Provide presentations of analyses,
  • Contribute to the writing of reports and papers.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Applied Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Decision Science, Management Science (or a similar field) is required.
  • Demonstrated strong communications skills are essential.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of small project teams is vital.
  • Experience working with data, including data collection, normalization, analysis, and visualization is highly desirable.
  • Prior work experience or internships are preferable.
  • Skills working with programming languages (e.g., R, Python) are a plus.
  • Ability to obtain necessary security clearances
  • Successful completion of a criminal background check is required

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. to learn more about IDA's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.


IDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, genetic characteristic or any other legally protected condition or characteristic.

 

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