Research Scientist III - MPS

• Design, conduct, and manage independent and collaborative research projects related to military behavioral health, psychology, education, or related scientific areas.
• Develop and maintain a productive program of research aligned with USU, MPS, CDP, and DoW strategic priorities.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals and present findings at regional, national, and international scientific conferences.
• Participate in interdisciplinary research teams and contribute scientific expertise to funded research projects and grant applications.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking an intermittent employee to fill a Research Scientist III position. This position supports the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU), Department of Medical and Clinical Psychology (MPS), through the Consortium for Defense Psychology (CDP) in Bethesda, Maryland. The Consortium serves as a central resource for the Military Health System (MHS), advancing behavioral health education, training, research, and clinical practice to improve the quality of care provided to service members, veterans, and their families.

The Research Scientist III serves as a senior scientific investigator and supports the academic, research, and service missions of the Medical and Clinical Psychology Program. The incumbent will conduct independent and collaborative research and support scholarly activities. This position requires scientific leadership, independent judgment, and expertise in eating disorders, psychological assessment, measurement development to advance military-relevant research and evidence-based education initiatives.

The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain an independent program of research, disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications and national scientific meetings, collaborate across interdisciplinary teams, and contribute to projects that support USU, CDP, and Department of War priorities.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic, and government clients by administering, managing, and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.