Manager, Research and Development (SETA 1)

ICF; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 66,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager for Research and Development to support innovative programs at a federal agency. This role offers the chance to contribute to significant projects from the ground up, utilizing cutting-edge technologies. You will engage in managing grants, improving business processes, and coordinating efforts among various stakeholders. Join a dynamic team that values expertise and collaboration, and take your career to the next level in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will make a real difference.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in research and development, especially in grants management.
• Proficient in project management and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support and implement technology and research development tasks.
• Manage grants and coordinate programmatic meetings.

Skills

Grants Management

Project Management

Data Analysis

Technical Assistance

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Education

BS/BA degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Tools

Job description

SETA Level 1

The work: ICF is seeking a Manager, Research and Development (SETA 1) to support science and engineering innovation program s at the National Science Foundation (NSF). Your work will contribute to enabling the U.S. to uphold its leadership in innovation in science and engineering . 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!

Job Location: This role is based in Alexandria, VA.

What you will do:

• Support and implement a wide range of technology, research and development, and programmatic task s .

• Manage grants, cooperative agreements, acquisitions, and award management, including coordination of review processes.

• Support and improve administrative business processes.

• Coordinate meetings between various participants involved in programmatic tasks.

• Demonstrate proficiency with project management tools, scheduling tools, and data analytic tools and processes.

• Coordinate and manage tasks, schedule programmatic meetings, and share data with program members and the data analytics team.

• Draw meaningful connections and information to inform business analysis decisions, improve processes, and support programmatic recommendations and goals.
  

What You Will Bring With You:

• Minimum of 5 years of research and development expertise in grants management, project management, and supporting research projects.

• BS/BA degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
  

What We Would Like You To Bring With You:

• Preferred experience working in the innovation ecosystem and/or familiarity with a federal government funding research agency in a Science, Engineering, and Technical Assistance (SETA) role.

• Preferred familiarity with NSF's partnerships landscape study.

• High proficiency using Microsoft Office tools.

• Demonstrated technical and analytical skills, including managing research projects, data analysis and visualization, survey implementation, project strategy and management.

• Proficiency in interpreting and executing industry-standard project management tools, technical note capture and reporting, and other administrative duties such as scheduling meetings and coordinating deliverable feedback.
  

Professional Skills

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to maintain effective communication channels with federal technical staff and programmatic contractor personnel.

• Strong multitasking abilities, familiar with a fast-paced environment.

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.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted . This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail] . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

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 based on full-time employment is:

$66,730.00 - $113,440.00 Reston, VA (VA30)