Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1845 Research Psychology
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Research psychologists investigate behavior, cognition, mental health, and performance through systematic scientific studies. They develop research protocols, analyze evidence, and communicate findings to clinical, academic, and organizational audiences.
Core Skills
- research methodology
- psychological assessment
- survey design
- experimental design
- statistical analysis
- qualitative analysis
- research ethics
- scientific publication
- grant management
Civilian Software & Tools
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Python
- R
- SAS
- C++
Civilian Career Paths
- Behavioral Health
- Public Health
- Project Management
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA)
Career Growth
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
- Certified Research Administrator
- Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- ABPP Board Certification in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology
What the Work Involves
- Conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews.
- Prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results.
- Consult with clients to identify survey needs and specific requirements, such as special samples.
- Determine and specify details of survey projects, including sources of information, procedures to be used, and the design of survey instruments and materials.
- Support, plan, and coordinate operations for single or multiple surveys.
Related Occupations
- Data Scientists
- Social Science Research Assistants
- Management Analysts
- Statistical Assistants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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