> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2211215-data-scientist-seta-ts-sci-26-099](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2211215-data-scientist-seta-ts-sci-26-099). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist SETA (TS/SCI #26-099) - **Company:** Strategic Inc - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Machine Learning, Data Analytics - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/74510024-data-scientist-seta-ts-sci-26-099 ## About the Role 1.) Seeking a highly skilled and motivated SETA to support the conceptualization, development, and execution of cutting-edge DARPA programs. 2.) Ability to support the development and management of new programs in strategic communication. 3.) Experience in causal modeling and other fields of data science. 4.) Experience in U.S. foreign policy, messaging campaigns, and data-driven program evaluation. 5.) Must have experience in statistics or another core quantitative method and be capable of reviewing and assessing proposed concepts for scientific and technical merit. 6.) Strong technical writing skills, ability to communicate complex scientific ideas to broad audiences, digest basic and applied research across areas of data science, computational social science, behavioral economics, sociology/anthropology, communication theory, and marketing, and demonstrate a willingness to explore the scientific literature for emerging technologies and innovations. 7.) Outstanding organization, communication, coordination, and time management skills are required. 8.) Must be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team and handle a wide variety of tasks, including briefing support, program management, and general administrative actions., Education: Ph.D. preferred. Clearance: DoD TS/SCI security clearance is preferred, must have a secret clearance. ## Description Strategic Analysis, Inc. is seeking a candidate to provide scientific support with Data Science/Statistics expertise. The successful candidate will support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in managing and developing programs in high-risk, high-reward research and development (R&D) projects. A key element of this role is proactive communication, both written and oral, with key stakeholders including performers, supporting organizations, military transition partners, and international collaborators. The candidate is expected to function as part of a strongly collaborative scientific and technical team, but also to act independently to complete time-critical tasks. The candidate must be comfortable in working at security levels across the spectrum from unclassified open discussion potentially with foreign nationals to collateral classified programs with validated higher levels of need-to-know., 1.) Assist in the conceptualization and design of various DARPA programs technologies. 3.) Monitor and evaluate the progress of funded research programs, providing feedback and recommendations to Program Managers. 4.) Identify emerging trends and opportunities to inform future program directions. Facilitate collaboration between DARPA, academic institutions, industry partners, and government stakeholders. 5.) Prepare technical reports, briefings, and presentations to communicate program progress and outcomes. Strong expertise in biomedical sensors, medical devices, and physiological modeling. Proficiency in machine learning and AI techniques, with experience in time-series analysis, medical imaging, or related areas. 6.) 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