CNA Corporation
Senior Research Scientist
CNA Corporation, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
CNA, Arlington, Virginia, United States of AmericaJob Description
Posted Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 4:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at 4:59 AMPRIMARY PURPOSECNA is hiring for a
Sr. Research Scientist
to join our Data Science Division (DSD). Staff at this level will typically be leading projects of moderate size and/or complexity, will be increasingly involved in business development efforts, and taking greater responsibility for managing client/sponsor relations. They will be operating as our more experienced analysts at CNA HQ or in the field.The Data Science Division (DSD) is part of the Center for Naval Analyses. The DSD provides data science expertise and support to the Department of the Navy and Department of Defense. The division has full-time and part-time analysts with advanced degrees in data science, operations research, statistics, economics, computer science, physics, mathematics, engineering, chemistry, and other technical disciplines.The DSD develops models and analytics to support Navy problems across all Navy domains, including aviation, surface warfare, undersea warfare, cyber, logistics, readiness, force generation, sustainment, acquisition, and cost modeling. The division currently supports the Navy’s Performance-to-Plan forum, which provides senior Navy leadership forward-looking performance forecasts, which are foundational to articulating Navy progress toward readiness and capability goals.CNA fosters an inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages iterative and creative collaboration at every stage of the problem-solving process. Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches.JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIESIndependently produces analysis on a variety of issues that meets CNA’s quality standards. Routinely leads our most complex projects with limited supervision. Demonstrates ability to independently develop and apply creative and innovative analytic solutions to complex problems. Demonstrates the ability to synthesize analytic results into a broader context.Establishes credentials as an expert in a specific field/research area. Applies deep, specific institutional knowledge & expertise of primary clients/sponsors to lead training & mentoring of new staff, to support ongoing work, and to lead development and shaping of work for multiple existing clients/sponsors.Balances responsiveness to guidance with independent action; treats everyone respectfully, professionally, and fairly. Proactively identifies and acts on opportunities to collaborate.Identifies core, above ceiling, and other opportunities and assists in developing new business with existing clients/sponsors. Assumes responsibility for managing relationships with existing clients/sponsors and develops relationships with potential clients/sponsors.Takes the lead in engaging with clients/sponsors and related parties. Some independent interaction at the more senior levels of client organizations. Effectively represents CNA as an organization.Shapes/influences how our sponsors/clients think about issues. Plays a supporting role in enhancing CNA's reputation as an organization. Periodically delivers change.Demonstrates ability to communicate complex, technical analytic results in a clear and concise fashion to sponsors/clients. Can tailor analytic products, both briefings and reports, to suit particular audiences.Works independently under general supervision from division management. Can lead and manage multiple projects of low to medium size and/or complexity simultaneously or larger, more complex projects.Demonstrates thoughtful attention to the needs of projects and project staff. Exercises leadership in decision-making in the areas of budget planning and tracking, staffing, and delegating effectively.Performs other duties as assigned.JOB REQUIREMENTSEducation: Minimum Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, PhD preferred.Experience: Typical minimum requirements 10+ years of experience in research and analysis.Skills:Demonstrated ability to apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts to solve uniquely complex problems.Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and develop solutions, to formulate problem statements conducive to application of analytical methods.Ability to work in an unstructured environment; demonstrated innovative and analytical thinking.Ability to manage execution of a portfolio of projects in support of multiple clients.Excellent communications skills, both oral and written; experience in packaging analytic results in report format as well as in development and presentation of oral briefings.4. Other: Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Security Clearance.5. Remote/Hybrid Work Eligibility: This position is eligible for telecommuting or hybrid work arrangements at the discretion of the Supervisor.**Required Documents**1. Cover Letter
- Please include a cover letter as part of your application to be considered for this position.2. Writing sample***Voluntary (but highly desired) document***Please include a personal statement as part of your application.CNA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service and protected veterans, or other non-merit based factors.CNA, Arlington, Virginia, United States of America
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Posted Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 4:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at 4:59 AMPRIMARY PURPOSECNA is hiring for a
Sr. Research Scientist
to join our Data Science Division (DSD). Staff at this level will typically be leading projects of moderate size and/or complexity, will be increasingly involved in business development efforts, and taking greater responsibility for managing client/sponsor relations. They will be operating as our more experienced analysts at CNA HQ or in the field.The Data Science Division (DSD) is part of the Center for Naval Analyses. The DSD provides data science expertise and support to the Department of the Navy and Department of Defense. The division has full-time and part-time analysts with advanced degrees in data science, operations research, statistics, economics, computer science, physics, mathematics, engineering, chemistry, and other technical disciplines.The DSD develops models and analytics to support Navy problems across all Navy domains, including aviation, surface warfare, undersea warfare, cyber, logistics, readiness, force generation, sustainment, acquisition, and cost modeling. The division currently supports the Navy’s Performance-to-Plan forum, which provides senior Navy leadership forward-looking performance forecasts, which are foundational to articulating Navy progress toward readiness and capability goals.CNA fosters an inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages iterative and creative collaboration at every stage of the problem-solving process. Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches.JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIESIndependently produces analysis on a variety of issues that meets CNA’s quality standards. Routinely leads our most complex projects with limited supervision. Demonstrates ability to independently develop and apply creative and innovative analytic solutions to complex problems. Demonstrates the ability to synthesize analytic results into a broader context.Establishes credentials as an expert in a specific field/research area. Applies deep, specific institutional knowledge & expertise of primary clients/sponsors to lead training & mentoring of new staff, to support ongoing work, and to lead development and shaping of work for multiple existing clients/sponsors.Balances responsiveness to guidance with independent action; treats everyone respectfully, professionally, and fairly. Proactively identifies and acts on opportunities to collaborate.Identifies core, above ceiling, and other opportunities and assists in developing new business with existing clients/sponsors. Assumes responsibility for managing relationships with existing clients/sponsors and develops relationships with potential clients/sponsors.Takes the lead in engaging with clients/sponsors and related parties. Some independent interaction at the more senior levels of client organizations. Effectively represents CNA as an organization.Shapes/influences how our sponsors/clients think about issues. Plays a supporting role in enhancing CNA's reputation as an organization. Periodically delivers change.Demonstrates ability to communicate complex, technical analytic results in a clear and concise fashion to sponsors/clients. Can tailor analytic products, both briefings and reports, to suit particular audiences.Works independently under general supervision from division management. Can lead and manage multiple projects of low to medium size and/or complexity simultaneously or larger, more complex projects.Demonstrates thoughtful attention to the needs of projects and project staff. Exercises leadership in decision-making in the areas of budget planning and tracking, staffing, and delegating effectively.Performs other duties as assigned.JOB REQUIREMENTSEducation: Minimum Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, PhD preferred.Experience: Typical minimum requirements 10+ years of experience in research and analysis.Skills:Demonstrated ability to apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts to solve uniquely complex problems.Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and develop solutions, to formulate problem statements conducive to application of analytical methods.Ability to work in an unstructured environment; demonstrated innovative and analytical thinking.Ability to manage execution of a portfolio of projects in support of multiple clients.Excellent communications skills, both oral and written; experience in packaging analytic results in report format as well as in development and presentation of oral briefings.4. Other: Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Security Clearance.5. Remote/Hybrid Work Eligibility: This position is eligible for telecommuting or hybrid work arrangements at the discretion of the Supervisor.**Required Documents**1. Cover Letter
- Please include a cover letter as part of your application to be considered for this position.2. Writing sample***Voluntary (but highly desired) document***Please include a personal statement as part of your application.CNA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service and protected veterans, or other non-merit based factors.CNA, Arlington, Virginia, United States of America
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