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Contract researcher requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in contract researcher job postings.
Sample contract researcher requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in contract research
- Excellent knowledge of research methodologies, data analysis, and statistics
- Ability to design and execute research projects independently
- Proficient in using statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, or R
Sample required contract researcher soft skills
- Strong communication skills to effectively communicate research findings to stakeholders
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Contract researcher job description example 1
CACI International contract researcher job description
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Public Trust
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
CACI is currently looking for a wide range of Information Technology professionals with Agile methodology experience to join our Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Land Border Integration (LBI) Integrated Traveler Initiative II (ITI2) team in Northern Virginia! Join this passionate team of industry-leading individuals supporting the best practices in Agile Software Development and hardware integration for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
As a member of the ITI2 Team, you will support the men and women charged with safeguarding the American people and enhancing the Nation's safety, security, and prosperity. CBP Officers and Border Patrol agents are on the front lines, every day, protecting our national security by combining customs, immigration, border security, and agricultural protection into one coordinated and supportive activity.
CACI agile programs thrive in a culture of innovation and are constantly seeking individuals who can bring creative ideas to solve complex problems, both technical and procedural at the team and portfolio levels. The ability to be adaptable and to work constructively with a technically diverse and geographically separated team is crucial.
We are looking for experienced individuals with the following skills to join our program (positions may be available with various levels of experience), not all positions may be available at any time but may be available in the future:
* Technical Leads
* Product Architects
* Scrum Masters
* Business Analysts
* Developers (.Net, Java, ServiceNow)
* Test Engineers
* Hardware Engineers
* Data Analytics Engineers
* Quality Assurance Specialists
* Master Schedulers
* Program Operations Analysts
* Supply Chain/Procurement Specialists
* Warehouse/Logistics Specialists
* Enterprise Service Desk Technicians
* Field Support Engineers
All positions will require the ability to obtain and maintain an approved Background Investigation as required through CBP. This clearance process takes on an average between 3-4 months.
What We Can Offer You:
* We've been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
* Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
* We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
* We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation's highest priorities.
* For over 55 years, the principles of CACI's unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.
Company Overview: At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security missions and government transformation for Intelligence, Defense, and Federal Civilian customers. CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
As a federal contractor, CACI is subject to any federal vaccine mandates or other customer vaccination requirements. All new hires are required to report their vaccination status.
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Public Trust
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
CACI is currently looking for a wide range of Information Technology professionals with Agile methodology experience to join our Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Land Border Integration (LBI) Integrated Traveler Initiative II (ITI2) team in Northern Virginia! Join this passionate team of industry-leading individuals supporting the best practices in Agile Software Development and hardware integration for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
As a member of the ITI2 Team, you will support the men and women charged with safeguarding the American people and enhancing the Nation's safety, security, and prosperity. CBP Officers and Border Patrol agents are on the front lines, every day, protecting our national security by combining customs, immigration, border security, and agricultural protection into one coordinated and supportive activity.
CACI agile programs thrive in a culture of innovation and are constantly seeking individuals who can bring creative ideas to solve complex problems, both technical and procedural at the team and portfolio levels. The ability to be adaptable and to work constructively with a technically diverse and geographically separated team is crucial.
We are looking for experienced individuals with the following skills to join our program (positions may be available with various levels of experience), not all positions may be available at any time but may be available in the future:
* Technical Leads
* Product Architects
* Scrum Masters
* Business Analysts
* Developers (.Net, Java, ServiceNow)
* Test Engineers
* Hardware Engineers
* Data Analytics Engineers
* Quality Assurance Specialists
* Master Schedulers
* Program Operations Analysts
* Supply Chain/Procurement Specialists
* Warehouse/Logistics Specialists
* Enterprise Service Desk Technicians
* Field Support Engineers
All positions will require the ability to obtain and maintain an approved Background Investigation as required through CBP. This clearance process takes on an average between 3-4 months.
What We Can Offer You:
* We've been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
* Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
* We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
* We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation's highest priorities.
* For over 55 years, the principles of CACI's unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.
Company Overview: At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security missions and government transformation for Intelligence, Defense, and Federal Civilian customers. CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
As a federal contractor, CACI is subject to any federal vaccine mandates or other customer vaccination requirements. All new hires are required to report their vaccination status.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024