Computer Scientist - Senior

Computer Scientist- Senior

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active Public Trust clearance.A government contract requires this position to be restricted to US citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a US citizen or legal permanent resident in order to qualify.

This position requires the ability to obtain a Public Trust to be considered.

The Senior Computer Scientist leads and conducts customer-driven, aviation-specific human factors research in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements. This role involves independently managing research projects and timelines, performing high-level statistical analyses, visualizing and interpreting results, and summarizing and presenting findings. Strong statistical background, technical writing, verbal communication, and project management skills are essential. Candidates must demonstrate success in fast-paced, team environments and provide evidence of relevant research experience.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Computer Scientist - Senior: $86,000 to $95,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Computer Scientist - Senior Responsibilities Include: 

• Work effectively and autonomously on complex, time-sensitive projects/tasks without technical direction
• Lead multiple research tasks and task teams to:
  • Assist customer with developing research protocols and IRB documentation 
  • Assist customer with experimental design, implementing experimental procedures, and identifying concerns to mitigate challenges
  • Structure and maintain complex research databases, and verify accuracy and validity of data
  • Identify suitable statistical analyses based on research goals and available data
  • Manipulate and analyze data, as well as perform and interpret high-level statistical analyses
• Complete all aspects of literature reviews: define appropriate search strategies, compile pertinent information and findings, and provide guidance for developing relevant research strategies
• Develop summary reports/presentations and present work to research sponsors, peer groups, and industry partners at conferences, as required
• Contribute to project-related technical reports, manuscripts, and conference papers 
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Computer Scientist - Senior Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

• PhD level degree in related field PLUS Minimum 10 years related work experience required. Related 5 years directly applicable work experience may be interchangeable with related field PhD program education. Related fields include but are not limited to: Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Engineering Psychology, Applied Psychology, Industrial Engineering, Cognitive Psychology, Data Science and Analytics, or similar.
• Expertise in R, RStudio statistical analyses package
• Expertise in Statistics for the Social Sciences (SPSS) package
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or similar programming package(s)
• Ability to scope, organize, and manage complex research project requirements
• Ability to lead teams to conduct and summarize high-level statistical analyses
• Ability to select and perform appropriate high-level statistical analyses for research data
• Ability to interpret, visualize, and summarize results of statistical analyses 
• Ability to perform literature reviews and write annotated bibliographies/results reports
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and oral presentation)
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal and federal government public trust background check
• Must be a US citizen or hold a Green card

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation 3S (CN3S) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CN3S, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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• Human Factors
• Research
• Data Analysis
• FAA Compliance
• Technical Writing

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.