Behavioral Research Deputy Program Manager

Peraton

. Support multiple applied behavioral research projects for the U.S.

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeColumbus • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $86,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing and leading behavioral research projects for the U.S. Army, with a strong focus on Soldier and Leader development, decision-making enhancement, and data analysis methodologies. Proven ability to supervise teams, conduct quality assurance, and engage with stakeholders effectively.

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Behavioral Research ManagementPrincipal Investigator ExperienceData Analysis with R and PythonU.S. Army Research ExperienceDoD Secret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Behavioral ResearchData Collection Instrument DevelopmentData Quality AssuranceAnalytical ApproachesPerformance ReviewsQuality ControlReport PreparationProposal DevelopmentField Data CollectionData Collation

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving AbilityAttention to DetailTeam-Player OrientationInitiativeAdaptability and Flexibility

Tools & Technologies

RPythonPower BIArmy Vantage

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Applied Behavioral ResearchU.S. ArmySoldier DevelopmentLeader DevelopmentTalent Identification

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support multiple applied behavioral research projects for the U.S. Army Research Institute and other government agencies
Manage and lead a multidisciplinary team conducting 8–10 behavioral research projects annually
Serve as Principal Investigator on multiple projects
Directly supervise approximately 6 employees, including professional development, performance reviews, timecards, certifications, and administrative tasks
Build and maintain relationships with Contractor Officer Representatives, subcontractors, and functional support staff
Interface with customers and sponsors, including coordination and briefings to Army leaders
Lead business development through proposals and white papers
Conduct quality control and assurance of research products and deliverables
Prepare weekly, monthly, and annual reports
Support development of data collection instruments, field data collection, interviews, data entry, data quality assurance, analytical approaches, and data collation
Support development of research results through briefings and technical reports
Travel up to 25%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years of experience with an MS/MA or 6 years with a PhD
Demonstrated experience supporting U.S. Army behavioral research projects in Soldier and Leader development, enhancing decision making, accelerated training and skill sustainment, and talent identification
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance
Preferred: PhD in a Behavioral Science field such as Psychology or Sociology
Preferred: Former Army field grade officer with relevant advanced degree
Preferred: Experience with R, Python, Power BI, Army Vantage, or former Army ORSA experience
Preferred: Active DoD Secret security clearance
Appreciation and passion for applied research and methodologies
Problem-solving ability
Attention to detail
Team-player orientation
Initiative
Adaptability and flexibility
Proactive, well-organized, and adept at building and maintaining systems and processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company-paid holidays
Potential eligibility for overtime
Potential eligibility for shift differential
Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus