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Organizational Psychologist

United States Government, Washington, DC


Duties As an Organizational Psychologist for CIA, you will work in a consulting environment, eliciting client needs then designing, conducting, and reporting applied research to meet those requirements. You will help answer questions, such as what is the most efficacious methodology for collecting or analyzing a particular set of "real world" data? What are the effects of major organizational changes on the workforce? Do employees have the tools and training they need to do their best work? What characteristics of individuals best predict success in non-standard occupations? What are the levels of customer satisfaction? Does this service or program effectively do what is said or designed to do? Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/how-we-hire/ QualificationsMinimum QualificationsHigh proficiency in statistical computing, data management programming, and coding logicStrong interpersonal skillsGood writing and verbal presentation skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigationDesired QualificationsExperience in any of the following areas: Advanced proficiency in data management software highly desired, particularly in the program RProficiency in or strong aptitude for other data management, coding, and/or visualization tools (e.g. Python, R-Shiny, Tableau)Research methodology and experimental designItem developmentExperience using advanced statistical methodsTest validation and developmentResearch in job performance measurement and evaluationPersonnel assessment and selection researchEducationPh.D. with a strong background and interest in applied behavioral science research, research methodology, and statistics (candidates who are all but dissertation (ABD) are eligible to express interest in this position) Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. For more information, please visit: .