SeniorFull TimeENNorth America
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented COGNITIVE SCIENTIST to join our team in STAFFORD, VA.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Oversee the collection and interpretation of neurocognitive data, including EEG/fNIRs, while remaining up to date on innovations in neuroscience and cognitive performance.
Translate cognitive insights into performance-improvement strategies and delivering cognitive enhancement training sessions for client programs.
Assist in the writing and development of Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents and maintaining required documentation libraries.
Manage complex data flows and performing data management using R, Python, or other common analytical tools.
Work with management, internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure complete and functioning systems that meet all requirements.
Recommend and implement process and policy improvements to enhance cognitive health and performance protocols
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. with 5+ years of post-degree experience, or an M.S. with 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in Neuroscience, Sports Psychology, or a related field.
Extensive background in collecting, analyzing, and reporting EEG/fNIRS data within an athletics or military setting.
Experience working across a large team to drive a security and performance agenda for complex, intertwined systems
Advanced statistical analysis ability and experience creating and communicating complex technical documentation.
Knowledge of interventions in the cognitive health and performance space, including nutritional and supplementation strategies
Preferred Qualifications:
Relevant certifications in psychology or cognitive performance, such as CMPC or BCIA HRV.
Experience with primary risk, compliance, and cognitive automation tools.
Self-starter with excellent people skills who is able to work across teams and drive change throughout an organization
Clearance Requirements:
Must have an active / current SECRET clearance.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able and willing to perform occasional manual labor and warehouse duties, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
