The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine · 4 days ago
Mental Social Fitness Scientist- ARMORR
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expThe Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. They are seeking a Mental Social Fitness Scientist to lead the development and delivery of training and educational tools that apply neuro-psych-social research for military and DoD audiences.
Health CareMedicalMedical Device
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Leads the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of training, curricula, and educational tools (including articles, videos, graphics, and worksheets) that translate emerging neuro-psych-social research into practical, accessible learning experiences for Service Members, military families, leaders, and health and performance professionals. Evaluates new directions, trends, and stakeholder feedback to inform strategic planning for all educational content
Assesses the needs of community and DoD stakeholders—including Service Members, military families, healthcare providers, performance professionals, military leadership, and students—to design, implement, and regularly update tailored presentations, workshops, and training sessions using a blend of in-person, virtual, and digital formats
Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with DoD stakeholders to support the creation, piloting, dissemination, and adoption of educational tools, training programs, and curriculum innovations while increasing awareness and reach of these resources. Uses feedback and engagement to refine learning programs and guide long-term content strategy
Works closely and collaboratively with team members to develop joint, integrative educational products and curricula, ensuring instructional consistency, innovation, and alignment with project objectives
Serves as a recognized subject matter expert, providing direct support and expert answers to inquiries on neuro-psych-social fitness topics, and guidance on curriculum, tool use, and training implementation for DoD audiences
Engages in scholarly writing, white paper development, and knowledge translation projects that directly inform the content and delivery of training programs and educational resources
Supports the expansion and sustainability of educational initiatives by assisting with grant writing, preparing statements of work, developing budgets, and engaging with principal investigators and prospective clients to secure funding for ongoing training and curriculum development
Completes special projects as needed, including rapid development or deployment of new training resources in response to emerging needs or operational priorities
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role
Qualification
Required
Doctorate Degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, or similar field required
Minimum of 5-8 years' experience required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including exceptional abilities in public speaking, effective presentation, and writing for both technical and non-technical audiences
Expertise in evaluating, interpreting, and synthesizing research data and peer-reviewed literature in neuroscience, physiology, psychology, and other social sciences as they relate to human performance optimization; exceptional ability to independently learn new topics and adapt to evolving developments in multidisciplinary research and practice
Expertise in translating complex scientific findings into practical, evidence-based curricula, training, and integrated resources for military and DoD populations
Knowledge of theories of behavior change, adult education, and integrative wellness and performance—including sleep, stress, mental, and social fitness—in high-performance contexts
Knowledge of DoD and Federal policies, programs, and operational environments relevant to human performance or Total Force Fitness
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaborate effectively as part of a team environment; capable of interacting professionally with all levels of employees and management
Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust Clearance
Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Health savings and retirement plans
Company
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
The Henry M.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.2MKey Investors
BIRD FoundationTEDCOOrthopaedic Research and Education Foundation
2025-10-10Grant
2024-12-11Grant· $0.9M
2023-10-24Grant· $1.3M
Leadership Team
John Lowe
President/CEO
Joseph Caravalho
President and CEO
Recent News
2025-12-03
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