Forensics Science Writer (Remote) Fulltime

Description

ICF is a mission-driven company filled with people who care deeply about improving the lives of others and making the world a better place. Our core values include Embracing Difference; we seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces, and hires dimensions of difference.

@ ICF Next, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world.

Here’s your chance to join our award-winning agency, ICF Next. We’re changemakers, a community of mission driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists. We’re searching for a Science Writer. As a Science Writer, you will: 
• Research and write about the implications of science for law enforcement professionals and policy makers.
• Be familiar with the scientific methods and the application of science to law enforcement.
• Write and edit content for peer-reviewed academic journals, working closely with subject matter experts.
• Interview subject matter experts; to gather, organize and synthesize scientific information
• Have demonstrated experience communicating complex scientific findings to lay audiences.
• Provide editorial support including the drafting, reviewing, and editing of content.
• Establish and maintain editorial and style standards.
• Track deliverables and maintain progress reports.
• Attend on-site workshops and presentations in Washington, D.C. as requested (must reside in the Washington, D.C. metro area).  

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, journalism, or a closely related field
• Five years of experience in life or physical sciences, social and behavioral sciences, or forensics.
• Five years of experience writing and editing professional publications and other documents; portfolio with writing samples
• Five or more years writing and editing skills
• Three or more years in the GPO Style Manual and APA Style
• Three or more years with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance (federal government background check)

Preferred Skills and Experience:
• A self-starter with the ability to support multiple priorities
• Experience working successfully in a team environment
• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficiency in the following Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience supporting a government or federal agency

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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 an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. 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 & AA 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 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.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights, the Pay Transparency Statement, or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

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:
$69,862.00 – $118,765.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

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