Adjunct Research Analyst - Cost Analysis and Research Division

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.

An opportunity now exists in our Cost Analysis and Research Division (CARD) for an experienced Adjunct Research Staff Member - Research Analyst. CARD engages in both cost and program analysis and applied research on a broad set of topics within the Department of Defense and for other Federal Agencies. Our research staff provides independent and objective analyses on a wide range of national security issues, particularly those requiring scientific, technical, and quantitative expertise. Candidates should have demonstrated experience working on a diverse set of challenging problems throughout their career.

Work at IDA is conducted in a team environment and often involves a multi-disciplinary approach. Researchers work closely with and are in frequent contact with government sponsors. Consequently, strong communications and interpersonal skills will be greatly valued.

Responsibilities:

• Research, tests, studies, analyzes, predicts, and/or evaluates issues within a project
• Individually or in team, prepares reports documenting conclusions and/or findings; may present findings of the final report to task sponsor and/or select audience(s)
• May be assigned as project leader to one or more projects to assist in and provide technical direction for project planning, requirements, budgetary objectives, and assignment of responsibility and authority
• Works with other researchers and sponsors to identify, prioritize, and communicate emerging issues for IDA, its sponsors, and the community
• Develops and sustains working relationships with sponsor

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education/Experience: BS+10 years of experience or MS+8 years of experience or Ph.D. in a discipline appropriate for the position.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of DoD organizations, functions, and processes
• Documented experience with cost estimation is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision in an unstructured environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to interact professionally with government or industry representatives
• Travel may be required
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required.

We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation program and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range based on data-driven market analysis for each position. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $112,924-$263,335. Individual salary within this range will be commensurate with the incumbent's experience, unique skills and qualifications, and other relevant factors.