Description

ICF is seeking a Technology Generalist to support a new science and engineering innovation program. Your work will contribute to enabling the U.S. to uphold its leadership in innovation in science and engineering, helping to support the National Science Foundation’s Convergence Accelerator . NSF is a federal agency that is one of the world’s largest funders of basic research. You will help support the acceleration of data and emerging technologies in an innovation process that has a direct societal impact. Your experience in data science, future of work, quantum, AI, ocean science, and misinformation/disinformation will help support use-inspired research into practice.

This role has a hybrid work schedule with a few remote work days from home and will be based on-site in Alexandria, VA. This is an opportunity to contribute to an important project from its beginning, work with the latest and emerging technologies, and all while building a great career at ICF!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting program officers in reviewer identification and recruitment, scientific support on merit review panels, post‐award management, program portfolio analysis, and community outreach

• Assist in Program Planning

• Assist in Review Management

• Assist in Program Management

• Assist in Award Management

• Assist in Post-Award Oversight

· Based on where you best align, this role will support the following research initiatives, but rather support the merging of ideas, approaches, and technologies from widely diverse fields of knowledge to stimulate innovation and discovery:

• Open Knowledge Networks (Harnessing the Data Revolution)

• The Future of Work (Future of Work at the Human Technology Frontier)

• Quantum Technology

• AI-Driven Data Sharing & Modeling

• E-Networked Blue Economy

• Trust & Authenticity in Communications Systems

Required Qualification/Skills:

• Master’s or Ph.D in NSF‐supported fields (Computer Science is preferred)

OR a minimum of 12 years of field related (IT, Computer Science, etc.) experience and certifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project management/proven business acumen in managing complex projects and budgets

• Background in use-inspired best practices like human-centered design, user-discovery, and research synthesis; as well as an understanding of transition to practice pathways.

• Experience in managing research projects such as on a large research team, or experience providing this kind of support to government funding agencies as a Science and Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) contractor

• Familiarity with research, project and program management

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote

• Calendar and schedule management experience using Outlook

• Proficient with agency collaboration tools: Zoom, OneDrive, Microsoft Teams, Box, Slack and Microsoft SharePoint

• Must be able to automate and innovate

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Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) .

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is:

$102,285.00 - $173,884.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)