Research Psychologist

National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency · Department of Defense

📍 Springfield, Virginia 💰 $121785 – $187093/yr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
Department: Department of Defense
Location: Springfield, Virginia
Salary: $121785 – $187093/yr
Schedule: Full Time
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: Many
Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information
Date Posted: 2026-10-01
Application Deadline: 2026-10-24

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Job Summary

Research Psychologists apply social science and psychological theory through applied research to investigate various issues, questions, and problems involving human behavior. In addition, they apply measurement methods and tools to assess the attributes, attitudes, and activities of the workforce, and develop plans to address research findings. They provide consultative services for HR professiona

Key Responsibilities

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Research (Industrial Organizational) Psychologists at NGA support the work of the Human Capital Advanced Capabilities Office to equip NGA employees, supervisors, and leaders with strategic workforce planning, competency management, and workforce assessment capabilities.

They apply social science and psychological theory through applied research to investigate various issues, questions, and problems involving human behavior in the industrial and/or organizational setting. In addition, they apply measurement methods and tools to assess the attributes, attitudes, and activities of the workforce, and develop plans to address research findings.

This work also includes job task analysis (JTAs); strategic job task analysis (SJTAs); competency assessments, studies, frameworks, and management; skill assessment and gap analysis; maturity model development; and workforce surveys, studies, and assessments. To be successful in this role, the incumbent should be a dynamic researcher and a data savvy professional, who thrives in a data-driven environment and applies methodological and analytic rigor to each project.

Contact

Recruitment@nga.mil · 571-557-1999

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, Department of Defense.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $121785 – $187093/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-24.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Full Time position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.