Human Performance Data Scientist II
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Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as Data Scientist II supporting mission critical work on an exciting program. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects, build your skills, and grow a rewarding career., At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Human Performance Data Scientist II supporting our customer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Data Scientist II Technician joining our team.
The Human Performance (HP) Data Scientist II supports the program by applying advanced analytical skills to optimize the readiness, resiliency, and performance of Special Operations Forces (SOF) personnel. The position focuses on human performance insights rather than general data science functions. The role works directly with SOF HP staff, with priority on SOF Operators and Direct Combat Support personnel, to evaluate physical, psychological, cognitive, and social performance indicators., * The HP Data Scientist II is responsible for entering, cleaning, and analyzing HP data collected through program initiatives.
- Works in collaboration with performance teams and the Government biostatistician, the HP Data Scientist II provides subject matter expertise in program evaluation, research methodologies, and applied performance analytics.
- Partners with strength coaches, dietitians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, psychologists, and cognitive specialists to identify data collection opportunities that support operational readiness and force preservation.
- Supports development of performance dashboards, readiness trends, return to duty outcomes, and longitudinal monitoring products that directly inform commanders and HP leaders.
- Prepares reports and presentations that communicate performance trends, risk indicators, and program impact in clear and actionable formats for leadership.
- Receives access to Government systems for the purpose of HP data entry, management, and analysis.
Requirements
Business,Data Analysis,Science,Statistical Analysis,Statistics, 3 + years of related experience, EDUCATION: Master's or Doctoral degree in quantitative science, social science or related discipline.
- Must have at least 3 years of research experience in academic, social services, government, healthcare or laboratory settings
- Advanced proficiency in statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, or R, with emphasis on applied research and performance analytics.
- Demonstrate advanced proficiency through prior work within performance research, sport science, military HP programs, or similar environments where continuous data collection and evaluation occur.
- Proficiency is also demonstrated through a record of scientific publications or applied HP research.
- Possesses excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and at least three years of experience working in HP, government, healthcare, or research settings.
- Proficient with the suite of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel and Access.
LOCATION: Various CONUS SITES
CLEARANCE: Ability to obtain and maintain Secret or Top-Secret Clearance.
Benefits & conditions
- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
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The likely salary range for this position is $83,927 - $113,549. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee's date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
