ICF
locations
Reston, VA
Alexandria, VA
Washington, DC
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted Yesterday
job requisition id
R2501318
SETA Level
2 The work:
ICF is seeking a
Manager, Research and Development (SETA 2)
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 a wide range of technology, research and development, and programmatic tasks.
Provide technical and program support to program directors managing an R&D portfolio of awardees.
Assist
with management of awardees, milestone capture, and development of program briefings and technical reports for NSF leadership and interagency partners.
Coordinate and
participate
in technical and programmatic discussions with government, industry, and other stakeholders to
initiate
new partnerships and program concepts.
Coordinate and support technical meetings and conferences.
Provide high-level systems engineering and programmatic
expertise
to support the full life cycle of process and system improvement for current, expanding, and new TIP programs.
Conduct data analysis (in coordination with the data analytics team) to draw valuable insights
for
programmatic decisions and improve communication.
Ensure a positive user experience for various programs.
As needed,
serve as a team
lead
, managing the implementation of tasks and team member management
.
What You Will Bring
With
You: Minimum of 10 years of research and development
expertise
, managing research projects, and project management experience.
BS/BA degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
What We Would Like You
To
Bring
With
You: Proficiency
with project management tools, system development and mapping tools, and data analytic tools and
processes.
Knowledge of transition to practice processes, including commercialization strategies.
Experience working in the innovation ecosystem, including high-growth technology enterprises, and with a federal government funding research agency in a Science, Engineering, and Technical Assistance (SETA) role.
Preferred familiarity with NSF's partnerships landscape study.
Ability to
demonstrate
technical skills and experience in 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 administrative duties such as scheduling meetings and coordinating deliverable feedback.
High
proficiency
using Microsoft Office tools.
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. 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
Candidateaccommodation@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
workplace?discrimination?righ
t
s
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
candidateaccommodation@icf.com
. 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
: $97,699.00 - $166,088.00
Reston, VA (VA30)
Reston, VA
Alexandria, VA
Washington, DC
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted Yesterday
job requisition id
R2501318
SETA Level
2 The work:
ICF is seeking a
Manager, Research and Development (SETA 2)
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 a wide range of technology, research and development, and programmatic tasks.
Provide technical and program support to program directors managing an R&D portfolio of awardees.
Assist
with management of awardees, milestone capture, and development of program briefings and technical reports for NSF leadership and interagency partners.
Coordinate and
participate
in technical and programmatic discussions with government, industry, and other stakeholders to
initiate
new partnerships and program concepts.
Coordinate and support technical meetings and conferences.
Provide high-level systems engineering and programmatic
expertise
to support the full life cycle of process and system improvement for current, expanding, and new TIP programs.
Conduct data analysis (in coordination with the data analytics team) to draw valuable insights
for
programmatic decisions and improve communication.
Ensure a positive user experience for various programs.
As needed,
serve as a team
lead
, managing the implementation of tasks and team member management
.
What You Will Bring
With
You: Minimum of 10 years of research and development
expertise
, managing research projects, and project management experience.
BS/BA degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
What We Would Like You
To
Bring
With
You: Proficiency
with project management tools, system development and mapping tools, and data analytic tools and
processes.
Knowledge of transition to practice processes, including commercialization strategies.
Experience working in the innovation ecosystem, including high-growth technology enterprises, and with a federal government funding research agency in a Science, Engineering, and Technical Assistance (SETA) role.
Preferred familiarity with NSF's partnerships landscape study.
Ability to
demonstrate
technical skills and experience in 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 administrative duties such as scheduling meetings and coordinating deliverable feedback.
High
proficiency
using Microsoft Office tools.
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. 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
Candidateaccommodation@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
workplace?discrimination?righ
t
s
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
candidateaccommodation@icf.com
. 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
: $97,699.00 - $166,088.00
Reston, VA (VA30)