Project Analyst, SETA 1 - Emerging Technologies (Hybrid Work Schedule)

ICF Olson; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF Olson is seeking a Project Analyst to support NSF science and engineering innovation programs, with hybrid work in Alexandria, VA. The role focuses on grants management, program coordination, data analysis, and process improvement within SETA activities to advance U.S.

leadership in tech development. Ideal candidates have a BS/BA and at least 5 years in research and development related to grants and project management, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and a readiness to obtain Public

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of research and development expertise in grants management, project management, and supporting research projects.
• Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust suitability.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office tools is required.

Responsibilities

• Support and implement a wide range of technology, research and development, and programmatic tasks.
• Support management of 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management tools

Scheduling tools

Data analytics tools

Public Trust suitability

Education

BS/BA degree or equivalent education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ICF is seeking a Project Analyst (SETA 1) to support science and engineering innovation programs 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 emerging technologies, and all while building a great career at ICF! This position has the potential to be in any of the sections within the Directorate for Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships. Candidates are encouraged to note in their cover letters any skills or experiences they may have that might make them particularly qualified for any specific section.

Work Location: This role has a hybrid work schedule with some telework, and is based in Alexandria, VA.

What you will do:

• Support and implement a wide range of technology, research and development, and programmatic tasks.
• Support management of 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 Requirements):

• BS/BA degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of research and development expertise in grants management, project management, and supporting research projects.
• Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust suitability.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office tools is required.

What We Would Like You To Bring With You:

• Master's or PHD degree in equivalent education (advanced degrees will be counted toward the minimum 5-year experience requirement).
• 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.
• 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.
• Strong technical and project management experience aligned with the needs of diverse research and innovation programs.

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. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. 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 policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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 [e-mail] 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 workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

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

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: $61,232.00 - $104,094.00 Virginia Client Office (VA88)

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About ICF

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.