Research Psychologist (Sapro)

This role seeks a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead critical initiatives in sexual assault prevention, response, and victim support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate complex scientific and psychological research into actionable strategies for improving victim recovery, deterring offenders, and reducing sexual violence.
• Apply expert knowledge of psychological principles, research design, assessment methods, and human behavior change to integrate new findings into ongoing research.
• Design and execute advanced analytical assessments, studies, and metrics to evaluate sexual assault prevention and response programs at national or international levels.
• Lead comprehensive data collection and analysis, ensuring all results are scientifically sound, reliable, and replicable.
• Develop and manage systematic processes for reviewing, collaborating on, analyzing, and disseminating sexual assault-related research and data.
• Manage projects through all phases, from planning and definition (e.g., Project Plans, Statements of Work) to successful completion and delivery of work products.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Psychology, directly related to professional work in psychology. Official transcripts are required.
• One year of specialized experience demonstrating expertise in:

* Translating scientific research into practical strategies for sexual assault prevention and response. * Applying advanced psychological principles, research design, and analytical methodologies. * Conducting and overseeing complex assessment projects and studies. * Managing data collection, analysis, and dissemination processes for sensitive research topics. * Leading and managing projects from initiation to completion within a research or program development context.

Note: All qualifying experience, including volunteer work, will be considered.