On-Call Environmental Information Specialist

To support ICF’s dynamic growth and expanding client base, we are seeking an On-call Senior Environmental Information Specialist to work in our Health Science Practice. This group of 100+ science professionals provides epidemiology, toxicology, hazard assessment, 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 Senior Environmental Information Specialist is an on-call position, with work depending upon the exact work available at any given time. The Environmental Information specialist’s project will support the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, and other public and private clients in conducting research. The candidate will work on multiple projects concurrently and assume aa support role on project teams as they design and perform scientific literature searches utilizing a variety of health information resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and documenting comprehensive and/or strategic literature search strategies.

• Developing and applying innovative literature search approaches using text analytics.

• Performing searches in PubMed, Web of Science, TOXNET and other electronic and online scientific information resources.

• Organizing search results using EndNote and/or Reference Manager software.

• Using in-house data management software to aid in review of search results.

• Assisting with literature retrieval efforts and reconciling invoices.

• Support for document production and citation creation.

Basic Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in library science, information science, environmental or public health, or a related field.

• 6+ years of professional experience, including the following:

  • Familiarity with scientific terminology, specifically related to the fields of medicine, toxicology, biology, environmental health, and public health.

  • Knowledge of and experience with online database services such as PubMed, Web of Science, STN, ProQuest Dialog, SCOPUS.

  • Experience with reference management software, especially EndNote.

  • Knowledge of and experience with systematic reviews preferred.

  • Knowledge of and experience using text analytics in combination with traditional keyword searches preferred.

Professional Skills:

• Proactive approach to challenges and problem-solving

• Strong analytical skills

• Attention to detail

• Strong written and oral communication skills 

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work with a variety of individuals in various disciplines

• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work 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.

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 Candidateaccommodation@icf.com