Network Science Researcher - Supply Chain Analytics (5671)

Position Responsibilities

Support ERDC's technical evaluation of project development for supply chain visibility and stress-testing tools on an agile development cycle across multiple customers.
Provide subject matter expertise on real-world supply chain challenges to drive testing and evaluation analyses that can accurately measure project success.
Design and execute hypothesis-driven qualitative research, integrating primary insights with secondary data to drive research and development priorities.
Translate abstract government challenges into tractable, well-defined hypothesis research problems.
Digest complex datasets and translate findings into clear decision-ready insights for multi-disciplinary audiences.
Present generalized research findings for broad audiences in civil and military work.
Prepare and publish high-impact academic papers suitable for leading scientific journals.

Position Requirements

• Must possess a PhD in one of the following fields: Engineering, Network Science, Neuroscience, Physics, or similar fields. Experienced researcher with MS will also be considered.
• Demonstrable research experience in understanding and modeling the impact of external stimuli on complex networks.
• A strong and consistent record of publications in top-tier, peer-reviewed academic journals is highly preferred.
• Proven, high-level skill in communicating complex scientific concepts, research, and results to both expert and non-expert audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple, often disparate, research projects concurrently across different domains.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced, client-focused consulting or advisory environment is a significant plus.

Security Requirements

• Security Clearance Level: Secret
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance.
• Successful Pass of Bennett Aerospace Background Investigation, Drug Screening and Credit Check.