Research Scientist

Research Scientist

The Opportunity:

As a research and analytics professional, you’re excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you’re fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. If you care about moving a mission forward as much as advancing the field of data science, this is the opportunity for you. Your deep data analytics, research expertise, and consulting mindset, paired with an original approach to your work, will help clients and stakeholders make sense of their data and encourage actionable results. We’re looking for someone like you to lead complex data exploration and analytics projects through your experience with programming languages such as R and Python, operationalizing models, and utilization of enterprise data platforms for defense industry customers.

As a Research Scientist on our Global Defense team, you’ll learn and apply innovative AI, machine learning, and research methodologies to make a real-world impact on across various research and data analytics projects. You’ll grow your skills in data science, AI, machine learning operationalization process, and predictive modeling and shape the future of analytics through a variety of means like peer-reviewed papers, major conference presentations, or code submissions.

We’ll keep you sharp and moving forward in your career, with access to online courses, the latest tools and methods, cutting edge projects, and opportunities to publish or present at conferences.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:  

• 5+ years of experience leading complex domain research and data science or analytics projects, including in the defense, health, or manpower fields

• Experience with programming in Python and R, including coding practices, advanced data structures and comprehension techniques, complex data manipulation, database integration, and use of scientific or ML ecosystems such as pandas or R tidyverse

• Knowledge of Department of War (DoW) data providers, data systems, and key datasets, including Defense Health Agency (DHA), Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC), and Medical Data Repository (MDR)

• Ability to independently explore and operationalize data sources using proven scientific processes and methods, employing advances modeling techniques and technologies

• Ability to mentor junior scientists or analysts and guide analytic or IT strategy across multiple projects and stakeholder groups

• Secret clearance  

• Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or Psychology

Nice If You Have:  

• Experience using Palantir Vantage or similar Foundry-based solutions

• Knowledge of DoW defense mission area domains and military operations

• Ability to expertly coordinate with cross‑functional teams, subcontractors, or multi‑disciplinary stakeholder groups

Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required. 

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.