Environmental Health Scientist - N Carolina Remote Office (NC99)

To support ICF’s dynamic growth and expanding client base, we are seeking an Environmental Health Scientist to work in our Health Science Practice. This group of 130+ 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, quantifying, and documenting the effects of environmental pollutants, such as metals, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds, on human health and the environment.

The Environmental Health Scientist’s project work will support federal agencies (such as U.S. EPA and NIEHS), state agencies, and private sector clients in developing reports that assess the human health impacts of pollutants. Specific activities include qualitative literature review activities, support for scientific meetings, and project management. The Environmental Health Scientist will contribute to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services, typically working on multiple projects with all levels of staff; they have the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, and interact with experts and clients in the field, while building content knowledge and consulting skills.

The position can be located remotely, although preference is for a candidate to be in either Reston, VA, or Durham, NC.

As a Health Scientist, you will:

• Lead tasks and projects to accomplish client goals and objectives.

• Work on a diverse team that specializes in identifying and quantifying the effects of environmental pollutants, such as metals, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds, on human health and the environment. For example:

  • We support the Environmental Protection Agency’s Center for Public Health and Environmental Assessment (CPHEA) in developing risk assessments, such as Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) assessments. We also provide fate and transport modeling, exposure modeling, and risk assessment support to EPA’s Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards and Office of Water.

  • We also support the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) and the Division of Translational Toxicology (DTT) in conducting systematic reviews and developing reports.

• Review scientific and peer-reviewed literature to research a broad variety of scientific topics in environmental risk assessment, synthesize findings, and communicate them through various formats and media (e.g., written reports, online websites, visualizations).

• Conduct study data extraction using electronic systematic review procedures and tools.

• Conduct data and statistical analysis involving Excel, Access, R, SAS, Python, SQL, VBA, and/or other software. 

• Participate in and support scientific workshop activities including notetaking, developing workshop summary reports, and other event logistics.  

• Follow and implement standardized QA/QC procedures on documents and reports.

As a Health Scientist, we would love for you to have:

• The ability to lead tasks, manage budgets, delegate work, and produce high quality deliverables.

• The ability to interact with and present project updates to clients and develop quality professional relationships.

• Exceptional research and scientific writing skills, including editing, using reference management software (e.g. EndNote), and proofreading skills.  

• Strong qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and visualization skills. Experience with environmental science systematic reviews is a plus.

• The ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work in groups, individually, and virtually under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.  

Basic Qualifications: 

• A completed master’s degree in Toxicology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, OR

• A bachelor’s degree in any of the previously mentioned fields of study with at least 2+ years of professional experience in human health, environmental health, toxicology, and/or epidemiology.

Please note: This position does not involve hands-on laboratory or field work. 

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.

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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 icfcareercenter@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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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 is:

$54,063.00 - $91,907.00

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