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Junior Data Curator/ Data Operator (Remote)

ICF
Nationwide Remote Office (US99), United States, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Aug 2026

About the role

The Data Curator I will support high-volume review and maintenance of biomedical publication records within a specialized data management system. This role focuses on accurate citation review, metadata validation, data entry, and application of established guidelines to support the integrity and completeness of records.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review bibliographic citations and associated online journal content for accuracy, completeness, and required data elements.

  • Validate and update citation metadata using established procedures, editing notes, and project-specific guidance.

  • Identify research funding support, grant support indicators, funding agency information, and grant numbers when available and applicable.

  • Review articles for secondary source identifiers, data repository references, and clinical trial registration numbers.

  • Identify citations requiring deletion, incorrect designation, related-record linking, metadata addition, or completion marking.

  • Complete assigned citation review workloads while meeting project productivity and quality expectations.

  • Follow required security, system access, and project training requirements.

  • Communicate questions, issues, or workflow barriers to project leadership in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma with

  • 2+ years of relevant administrative, data entry, records management, or data review experience; or bachelor's degree in any field.

  • 1+ years' experience using databases, spreadsheets, web-based systems, or data management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

  • Ability to follow detailed instructions, standard operating procedures, and business rules.

  • Strong written communication, organization, and time management skills.

  • Ability to work independently in a remote/telework environment.

  • Experience supporting scientific, technical, healthcare, publishing, library, or information management programs.

  • Familiarity with metadata, bibliographic records, citation information, or content quality review.

  • Interest in biomedical literature, public health, life sciences, or research information resources.

  • Experience working in a production-oriented environment with quality and productivity targets.

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 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.