Behavioral Research Scientist, Senior Associate

Peraton’s Defense Mission and Health Solutions (DM&HS) Sector is seeking a Research Scientist to support our Federal Health programs.

This position works to ensure oversight and management of evidence-based strategies within the community related to identifying veterans with mental health care needs, identifying veterans in crisis, and decreasing the rate of death by suicide.

The Research Scientist is responsible for leveraging leading clinical strategies and programming to ensure quality and productivity.

 What You will Do:

• Assists in the development of strategic plans, goals, and measurable objectives for mental health promotion programs and services.
• Using specialized education and experience evaluates theory-based and evidence-informed mental health education programs, health promotion strategies, policies, and services.
• Assesses the inclusivity of efforts to determine if efforts are effectively reaching priority and underserved communities.
• Creates and coordinates program assessment and evaluation criteria and generates reports on program effectiveness and develops program recommendations.
• Establishes and maintains partnerships with key stakeholders in suicide prevention, public health, behavioral health, and academia at the local, state, and national levels
• Evaluates educational materials and resources for patients, families, and healthcare providers
• Contributes to quality improvement initiatives and best practice development
• Acts as in-house consulting resource w/focus on Technical Solutions (Web Portal, Mobile Apps, Chat Bots, etc.) as required.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA; 6 years with no degree
• Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain a public trust.
• Demonstrated expertise in suicide risk assessment and crisis intervention
• Experience with evidence-based prevention and treatments for suicidal behaviors
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated technical leadership experience

 Desired Qualifications

• Masters degree in Public Health or Clinical Psychology 
• 5 years post-degree clinical / research experience
• Specialized training in suicide prevention frameworks
• Experience in program assessment and implementation
• Background in healthcare or community mental health settings
• Research experience in suicide prevention or related areas
• Training and supervision experience