Research Analyst III
Position Summary
DarkStar Intelligence seeks a highly motivated Research Analyst III to support critical projects with the FBI in Vienna, VA. This full-time, on-site position requires a TS/SCI clearance with a current Counterintelligence Polygraph. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment, contributing to research initiatives, administrative processes, and the dissemination of technical insights across the Intelligence Community (IC).
Location: Vienna, VA
Schedule (FT/PT): Full-Time
Travel Required: No
Shift: Day
Remote Type: No Remote
Security Clearance: Current TS/SCI
Polygraph: Current Counterintelligence Polygraph
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Complete tasks given by the FBI Chief Research Psychologist in the administration of the Research Program.
- Conduct research protocol reviews, including methods, data collection and analysis, etc.
- Set up technical exchanges, meetings, workshops, post-meeting follow up including reports, meeting minutes; and track and execute recommendations and after-actions.
- Coordinate calendars of IC and DOD personnel and provide meeting logistics management.
- Maintain pre- and post- course reviews and questionnaires.
- Assist in critically reviewing and preparing technical documents for IC-wide dissemination and public release.
- Maintain a log and repository of publicly released science publication, reports, and briefings. Post and maintain updates on research SharePoint and to IC websites.
- Prepare draft taskers to include weekly activity reports, information papers, action memoranda, emails, and other documents.
- Maintain broad situational awareness of the social and behavioral science literature and issues in related program & scientific areas.
- Monitor, manage and effectively communicate required taskings related to the Institutional Review Board.
Minimum Qualifications
- Clearance: TS/SCI with a current polygraph.
- Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) in social science, neuroscience, psychology, or a related science and technology field.
- At least three (3) years of recent and relevant professional experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in both classified and unclassified environments.
- Proficient in standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and web browsers such as Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox.
- Ability to consistently and accurately apply complex guidance, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Operations Manuals, and oral and written instructions.
- Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills across all levels of management and staff.
- Exceptional planning, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills, with experience delivering presentations, moderating meetings, and engaging in unstructured verbal interactions.
- Proficiency in technical research, with in-depth knowledge of social and/or behavioral sciences and strong technical writing capabilities.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of performing effectively in both classified and unclassified environments.
Salary Range:
Contact: [email protected] for information regarding the salary range for this proposal effort.
What We Do
DarkStar Intelligence is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that offers advanced intelligence-based solutions to clients in the private and public sector. Our capabilities and personnel provide unique advantages to our customers.
