About this role
About the Role Cape Fox is seeking a Senior Research Coordinator to join our team in support of a valued government customer. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in human performance research, design and implement performance enhancement interventions, and possess exceptional organizational skills for managing complex research data. This role requires collaboration with diverse stakeholders, regulatory compliance with applicable protocols, and contribution to innovative solutions in a multidisciplinary environment. If you excel in a fast-paced setting, work autonomously, and are committed to delivering impactful results, this position is contingent upon award.
What You'll Do
- Design and implement psychological and physiological performance enhancement interventions leveraging expertise in human performance research.
- Prepare and maintain test results, technical information, reports, and briefings; provide evaluations, analyses, and recommendations for ongoing and proposed research.
- Manage research data from multiple sources, including electronic data and cloud-based interfaces, in coordination with the chief data scientist.
- Perform administrative tasks including obtaining and maintaining IRB, HRPO, IACUC, IBC, MOU, and data-sharing agreements; ensure compliance via audit trails and monitor subject progress.
- Seek publication or contribute to peer‑reviewed human performance-related and/or medical journals.
- Complete assignments effectively while collaborating with diverse and dynamic groups; establish and maintain working relationships within the division, directorate, 711 HPW, MAJCOMs, Air Staff, academia, business, and industry partners.
- Maintain effective working relationships with principal investigators, program managers, researchers, and support staff involved in medical system acquisition and human performance research.
- Demonstrate autonomy by performing assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
- Provide essential research support to execute the data management strategy and human subject participation in alignment with approved IRB protocols.
- Continuously assess and report progress toward achieving research goals.
- Travel up to 25% as needed.
What We're Looking For
- Master of Science degree in a social science and/or research-focused field.
- At least five years of experience in operational research and evaluation in human performance research.
- Expertise in human performance research with ability to design and implement interventions.
- No specific psychology expertise required.
- Ability to learn and implement a standard research protocol, with minor on-the-spot modifications.
- Experience in technical writing and communication.
- Expert knowledge of Federal and DoD regulations and Air Force IRB policy related to human use research.
- Must be able to pass a Tier 1 background check (T1)/SF85.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Travel readiness: 10-25%.
Nice to Have
- Experience working in a government/military research environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary and benefits are not specified in the posting.