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71F Research Psychology

Overview

A research psychology officer performs experiments and conducts research on how internal and external environmental factors affect personnel's life processes and functions. The officer performs these duties in MTOE and TDA organizations both inside and outside the continental United States.

Core Skills

  • research design and methodology
  • statistical analysis and data interpretation
  • survey design and psychometrics
  • data visualization and reporting
  • human factors and usability principles
  • technical writing and documentation
  • program evaluation and assessment
  • presentation of findings to technical and non-technical audiences
  • ethical handling of sensitive data
  • collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Civilian Software & Tools

  • IBM SPSS Statistics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Zoom

Civilian Career Paths

  • Behavioral Health
  • Training and Education
  • Public Health
  • Project Management

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) · Funded
  • Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC)
  • Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) · Funded
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) · Funded
  • Clinical Research Assistant

Career Growth

  • Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP)
  • Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)
  • ACRP Certified Professional (ACRP-CP)
  • Associate: Infection Prevention and Control (a-IPC) · Funded
  • Certification in Adolescent and Young Adult Psychiatry

What the Work Involves

  • Design or coordinate successive phases of problem analysis, solution proposals, or testing.
  • Plan or direct research, development, or production activities.
  • Review project activities and prepare and review research, testing, or operational reports.
  • Confer with scientists, engineers, regulators, or others to plan or review projects or to provide technical assistance.
  • Hire, supervise, or evaluate engineers, technicians, researchers, or other staff.

Related Occupations

  • Project Management Specialists
  • Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
  • Data Scientists
  • Biological Technicians

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.

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Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.

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