Senior Public Health Research Analyst, Systematic Lit Reviews/PM (Remote US)

Senior Public Health Research Analyst, Systematic Literature Reviews - International Consulting Associates, Inc. (Remote)

About ICA

International Consulting Associates, Inc. is a rapidly growing company, located in the D.C./Metro area. We were founded in 2009 to assist government clients with evaluating and achieving their objectives. We have become a trusted advisor helping our clients by offering cutting-edge innovation and solutions to complex projects. Our small company has grown significantly, and we're overjoyed at the opportunity to expand yet again!

We are results-focused and have a proven track record supporting federal agencies and large government services primes in three main areas: Research and Data Analysis, Advanced-Data Science, and Strategic Services. We currently support multiple analytics and research programs across HHS.

At ICA, we believe our success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative "one team" environment where work-life balance isn't just talked about – it's prioritized. We're building dynamic, highly skilled teams in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. If you're passionate about using your technical expertise to make a difference, we want to talk to you.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Research Analyst (level II or III), with solid experience in systematic literature review work and project management experience, to join our team!

Role

ICA’s Health Technology Assessment (HTA) team supports clients (e.g., federal organizations) in their mission to protect and promote public health by conducting Systematic Reviews (SRs) in a wide variety of clinical content areas. Joining the HTA team is an opportunity to help inform decisions related to pharmacological and medical devices and thus improve the lives and well-being of millions of people.

ICA is looking for a highly skilled individual with experience in both conducting SLRs and project management, to join us in this quest. The Research Analyst’s primary responsibility will be to conduct systematic literature reviews. Successful candidates will have a strong background in research design and methods from one of the following academic programs at the Master’s, or PhD level: social sciences, biostatistics, epidemiology, or a related discipline. Prior experience working in a fast-paced consulting environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Senior Research Analyst/PM will lead and conduct systematic reviews, evidence synthesis, and health technology assessment, with minimal supervision. The Research Analyst is proficient in all stages of the systematic literature review process: refine the research question, assess the project scope, develop the research protocol, screen titles/abstracts and full text articles for inclusion as dictated by the protocol, perform data abstraction, and write the evidence summary. Research Analyst will keep the Principal Epidemiologist updated on project progress and will seek out guidance if any problems arise that could cause a report to be delayed. Research Analyst III will revise the final report, as needed, to address feedback from the client.

Required Skills And Experience

• Solid experience conducting SLRs
• Masters Degree, or higher in social sciences, epidemiology, biology/chemistry, or other related healthcare fields preferred.
• Ability to shift priorities while contributing to or leading multiple projects
• Ability to communicate and work with external stakeholders
• Above average understanding of commonly employed research methodology
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and communication skills
• Strong proficiency in technical/scientific writing and English grammar
• Knowledge of project management methods and best practices.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel)
• Must live in and be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance (should it be needed for the role)
  
  

Preferred Additional Qualifications

• Previous experience working and/or collaborating with researchers from federal government agencies whose mission relates to public health (e.g., NIH, CDC, FDA, HRSA, or other HHS agencies).
• Knowledge or experience covering pharmaceutical and health care device safety topics
• Experience mentoring and teaching research assistants and entry-level research analysts
• Experience using DistillerSR and EndNote
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced consulting environment.
  
  

Benefits

We invest in our team members so you can live your best life professionally and personally, offering a competitive salary and benefits

• Health Insurance -100% employer-paid premiums – ICA covers the full cost of one of three offered medical plans
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life and Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays)
• Education and Professional Development Assistance
• Remote work from anywhere within the continental United States
  
  

Location and Telework

This is a remote position. Candidates must be willing to travel to the office, in Arlington, VA, for the occasional team/client meetings. Five percent travel can be expected. Flexibility is expected of the employee to be available for client/team meetings if the employee lives outside the Eastern Time Zone.

Additional Information

ICA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.