Deputy Program Manager, Behavioral Research

Peraton

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

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeColumbus • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing multidisciplinary teams and leading behavioral research projects for government agencies, with a strong focus on data analysis, quality assurance, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in developing research instruments and delivering comprehensive reports and briefings.

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Behavioral Research Project ManagementData Analysis and VisualizationTeam Leadership and SupervisionProposal Development and Business DevelopmentDoD Secret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisData VisualizationResearch MethodologyQuality ControlStatistical SoftwareData Collection InstrumentsField Data CollectionAnalytical ApproachesTechnical Report WritingPerformance Reviews

Soft Skills

ProactiveWell-OrganizedProfessionalismJudgmentDiscretion

Tools & Technologies

RPythonPower BIArmy Vantage

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

U.S. Army Research InstituteBehavioral SciencePsychologySociologyArmy ORSA

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support multiple behavioral research projects for the U.S. Army Research Institute and other government agencies
Manage and lead a multidisciplinary team conducting 8–10 research projects annually
Serve as Primary Investigator on multiple projects
Directly supervise approximately 6 employees, including professional development, performance reviews, timecards, certifications, and administrative tasks
Build and maintain rapport 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; 6 years with a PhD
Demonstrated experience supporting Army behavioral research projects
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance
PhD in a Behavioral Science field such as Psychology or Sociology (preferred)
Former Army field grade officer with relevant advanced degree (preferred)
Experience with data analysis and data visualization tools/platforms: R, Python, Power BI, Army Vantage, or former Army ORSA (preferred)
Active DoD Secret security clearance (preferred)
Must be local to Columbus, GA and able to go on-site regularly and as needed
Ability to travel up to 25%
Proactive, well-organized, and adept at building and maintaining systems and processes
High degree of professionalism, presence, flexibility, judgment, and discretion

Benefits

Comp & perks

Primarily remote/telework arrangement
Overtime eligibility may apply
Shift differential may apply
Discretionary bonus may apply