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Date: 30 Nov 2007
From:elizabeth.wren at mtctechnologies.com
Subject:MTC Technologies Jobs for Social Scientists

MTC Technologies is pleased to announce multiple openings for Social
Scientists supporting our operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.

About MTC
MTC Technologies, Inc. (MTC) began its journey as a company when it was
founded in 1984 as Modern Technologies Corp. The company has a rich
history--one marked by consistent expansion, innovation, growth, and
success. "Our vision is to become recognized for Centers of Excellence;
to be the customer's firm of choice for providing the highest quality
technical services and products; and to achieve continuous improvement
through the professional growth and active involvement of all of our
people."  MTC has grown rapidly from a Dayton-based 8(a) small business
25 years ago into a $400 Million, 3500 employee+ company providing
services and solutions to the DOD market in 52 locations in 26 states.

Here are a few more details about the open position:
Job Title: Social Scientist
Supporting: National Programs

The Social Scientist is a member of the Human Terrain System (HTS) that
will collect and analyze data from the Brigade Combat Team (BCT) and
Regional Combat Team (RCT) to obtain cultural and political awareness in
order to sustain and foster stabilization. The HTS project is designed
to improve the gathering, interpretation, understanding, operational
application and sharing of local population knowledge at the BCT and RCT
and Division levels. The Social Scientist will provide local
interpretation of socio-cultural data, information and understanding of
local and regional culture. The Social Scientist will work closely with
and possess similar skills as the Cultural Analyst, but with more focus
on the larger region in which the target area is embedded.

These are lucrative positions with full benefits that directly support
our customer.  Initially, the Social Scientist will undergo training and
preparatory actions at Fort Leavenworth, KS with a follow-on assignment
to the AOR for a period up to one year. While deployed, the Scientist
will be compensated at 72 hours per week and receive Hazardous Duty and
In-Country Differential Pays. Also, members of the team are eligible for
a two week, paid vacation mid-tour.

Qualification Guidelines:
* The Social Scientist is required to have an MA/PhD in Cultural
Anthropologist/Sociologist/Political Scientist/International Relations/
or related fields from an accredited U.S., Canadian, British or
Australian University.
* The Social Scientist must be competent in Geographic Information
Systems software.
* The Social Scientist will have local-language ability sufficient to
perform field research.
* The Social Scientist must be a US citizen and capable of acquiring a
Secret clearance.
* The Social Scientist will have direct experience studying and teaching
about the region, including in-region research and travel time.

MTC invites candidates with an active Secret security clearance to
submit their resume for consideration for this position. Candidates with
other active clearances or the ability to obtain a clearance will also
be accepted for consideration.

MTC Technologies provides an environment that attracts the brightest and
the best. We seek out individuals who care about quality; individuals
who like to be challenged to grow personally and professionally. We
offer a highly competitive benefits package and a corporate culture that
fosters individual and personal growth and career development.

Interested candidates should apply online at www.mtctechnologies.com to
requisition number mtc-00001997 for immediate consideration.  Please
email upon completion of your application.

Questions should be directed to:
Liz Wren, Senior Recruiter
(801) 773-1047 x2307
elizabeth.wren at mtctechnologies.com

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