Description

To support ICF’s dynamic growth and expanding client base, we are seeking an On-call Environmental Epidemiologist to work in our Health Science Practice. This group of 100+ science professionals provide toxicology, hazard assessment, epidemiology, risk assessment, exposure assessment, environmental modeling, and related support that addresses the full spectrum of potentially hazardous agents, including chemicals and microbes. We specialize in identifying and quantifying the effects of environmental pollutants, such as metals, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds, on human health and the environment.

The Environmental Epidemiologist’s project work would support federal agencies (such as U.S. EPA and NIEHS), state agencies, and private sector clients in assessing the human health impacts of pollutants. Specific tasks would involve qualitative and quantitative analyses that form the basis of human health hazard, exposure, and risk assessments.

This position will be in Durham, NC, or Reston, VA, with hybrid or remote options available and will be part-time, on-call.

Key Responsibilities: 

Support and provide technical leadership on systematic literature reviews for potentially hazardous agents, including:

screening available studies for relevance to a research question,

extracting relevant study data,

evaluating study design and the risk of bias for included studies,

synthesizing evidence to reach a hazard conclusion,

performing quantitative analyses to develop dose-response relationships and meta-analyses, and

documenting methods, assumptions, conclusions, and key data gaps in a report

Task and project management

Interaction and correspondence with clients

Review of work produced by others

Development of technical publications and guidance, presentations at conferences, and proposal sections

Mentoring and training other technical staff

Note this position does not involve hands-on laboratory or field work.

Basic Qualifications:

PhD in epidemiology, environmental health, biostatistics, or related subject with focus on environmental epidemiology with 5 years of relevant experience

Experience assessing human health impacts of hazardous agents, including support of systematic literature reviews, preferably for government regulatory programs

Professional Skills:

Proactive and problem-solving approach to challenges

Strong quantitative and statistical skills

Proficiency in statistical software packages (e.g., R, SAS, or STATA), as well as Microsoft Office software

Strong written and oral communication skills 

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work collaboratively under strict deadlines in 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.  

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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 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:

$81,094.00 - $137,860.00

N Carolina Remote Office (NC99)