What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technology Generalist position at ICF?
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 is based 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, you 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)
10 years overall experience required
Equivalent experience and/or certifications ARE acceptable in place of the degree (4 years for a BS, 2 years for a MS, 2 years for a PhD)
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 using Outlook
Proficient with agency collaboration tools
Zoom
OneDrive
Microsoft Teams
Box
Slack
Microsoft SharePoint
Must be able to automate and innovate
Working at ICF
Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. If you’re seeking to make a difference in the world, visit www.icf.com/careers to find your next career. ICF—together for tomorrow.
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
.
COVID-19 Policy
: New or prospective U.S. employees must provide proof of complete vaccination on the date of their commencement of employment. If selected for employment, you will provide proof of your full vaccination status, defined as vaccinated two weeks after receiving the requisite number of doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved or authorized for emergency use by the FDA.
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. Read more about non-discrimination:
EEO is the law
and
Pay Transparency Statement
.
Arlington, VA (VA31)
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 is based 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, you 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)
10 years overall experience required
Equivalent experience and/or certifications ARE acceptable in place of the degree (4 years for a BS, 2 years for a MS, 2 years for a PhD)
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 using Outlook
Proficient with agency collaboration tools
Zoom
OneDrive
Microsoft Teams
Box
Slack
Microsoft SharePoint
Must be able to automate and innovate
Working at ICF
Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. If you’re seeking to make a difference in the world, visit www.icf.com/careers to find your next career. ICF—together for tomorrow.
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
.
COVID-19 Policy
: New or prospective U.S. employees must provide proof of complete vaccination on the date of their commencement of employment. If selected for employment, you will provide proof of your full vaccination status, defined as vaccinated two weeks after receiving the requisite number of doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved or authorized for emergency use by the FDA.
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. Read more about non-discrimination:
EEO is the law
and
Pay Transparency Statement
.
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