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Quantitative Methods Research Scientist
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University of Maryland College ParkPosted Sep 22, 2026 · 3h ago$120k – $180k
$120k – $180kSeniorOn-siteGovernment
About this role
The Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence & Security (ARLIS) at the University of Maryland seeks a Quantitative Methods Research Scientist to support government-sponsored projects in areas like AI/ML, decision support, and NLP. You will contribute to research, prototyping, and experimentation, addressing critical national security challenges. This role requires a strong background in quantitative social science research methods and statistical analysis.
What we are looking for
5- Doctoral degree or Master's with 5 years of research experience
- Proficiency in quantitative social science research methods and statistical analyses
- Experience with statistical analysis programs (e.g., Matlab, R)
- Skill in research design and scholarly production
- Ability to obtain a US security clearance
Skills mentioned
4PythonC++Machine LearningMicrosoft Office
Work authorization
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Requires a Secret security clearance.
