Experimental Psychologist / Human Factors Researcher

The Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence & Security (ARLIS), a University-Affiliated Research Center at the University of Maryland, seeks an experimental psychologist to support its research portfolio in intelligent human-machine systems, human performance and readiness augmentation, and decision support technologies for national security. The role contributes to federally funded programmes needing expertise in human systems integration, computational modelling of cognition and behaviour, and experimental research at the intersection of AI and human performance: qualitative interview data collection and analysis, workflows built from cognitive task analyses, user-experience support for software teams, human-subjects data collection using neurophysiological measurement or signal processing with statistics and programming, and research development with sponsors.

Salary range $150,000-$200,000.

Master's or PhD in human factors psychology, experimental psychology, cognitive neuroscience or a related discipline with foundational knowledge of behavioural research methods; experience leading significant parts of applied research projects; ability to plan and manage work independently and in teams; strong attention to detail and communication skills; at least three days per week on site in College Park, MD. Must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance (interim Secret before starting); an active or recent DoD Top Secret clearance is strongly preferred. Application: cover letter, resume and list of references.