Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

AM LLC is seeking a Behavioral Scientist that will support Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) by applying behavioral science principles to influence target audiences, optimize communication strategies, and assess the effectiveness of OIE activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in behavioral science, psychology, or a related field, with experience in developing, implementing, and assessing influence strategies in a defense or intelligence context.

An active TS/SCI or TS w/SCI eligibility clearance is required.

This position is for a forthcoming contract and will be based at the Customer’s location in Tampa, FL.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports the analytics and assessment team in constructing and modifying research design.
• Contributes to design of opinion research and interpretation of findings. Examples of opinion research includes survey, flash polls, focus groups, and in-depth interviews.
• Conducts behavioral analysis of target audiences to identify psychological, cultural, and social factors influencing behavior.
• Designs and implement influence strategies, including message development, narrative crafting, and media selection.
• Collaborates with OIE planners, PSYOP, and MISO teams to integrate behavioral science insights into operational planning.
• Conducts post-operation assessments to measure the effectiveness of influence activities and refine approaches.
• Develops metrics and analytical tools to evaluate the impact of influence strategies on target audiences.
• Provides subject matter expertise in cognitive and behavioral sciences for OIE planning and execution.
• Presents research findings and analysis to senior leadership, contributing to strategic decision-making
• Defines use cases and key questions or topics to ensure that data visualization and quantitative analysis can be completed to support mission needs.
• Reviews studies conducted by similar organizations and determine reliability, validity and other strength factors for potential use in theater.
• Contributes to methodology advancement for analyzing and extracting insights from large-scale qualitative and quantitative data sets to enhance comprehension of target audience behaviors and reactions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

General:

• Confident in supporting projects and people, and proactive in making independent decisions and taking appropriate action.
• Strong written, analytical, presentation, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of stakeholders, from assistants to senior executives.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot when faced with challenges.
• Demonstrates growth from feedback and actively seeks ways to improve.
• Able to liaise effectively with a small internal team and external partners.

Minimum Qualifications

General Requirements:

• Degree in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or a related field
• Experience supporting U.S. military or intelligence community operations
• Experience in social media analysis, digital marketing, or online influence campaig
• Experience designing, implementing, and assessing influence or persuasion strategies
• Familiarity with cognitive modeling, cultural analysis, and psychological profiling

Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with OIE principles, MISO (Military Information Support Operations), PSYOP, and other influence activities. Knowledge of influence and persuasion theories.

Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility clearance is required.

Physical and Environmental Requirements: Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance:

• This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position (standing and/or seated) most of the time.
• Viewing a computer screen/monitor.
• Utilizing a keyboard.

Levels:

Junior: 3+ years

Journeyman: 3-10 years

Senior: 10+ years

SME: 15+ years

Proposed Salary Range : $90,000-$160,000/year

Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range or be above or below the range based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, business need, and location.

AM LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.

We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

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