Description

ICF seeks to hire an on-call Biomarker Specialist to assist low and middle income countries with the biomarker and laboratory components of their household surveys. This on-call position will be based in ICF’s Rockville, MD office in the Washington, DC metro area and can be remote or hybrid. Travel to low and middle income countries may be required. 

Key Responsibilities:

Training consultants, in-country trainers, and field staff on the following:

Data collection tools, blood and other specimen collection procedures, and monitoring field work.

The use and application of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) and point-of-care devices for the measurement of anemia, HIV, malaria, hepatitis B, diabetes markers, blood pressure, sexually transmitted infections, etc. 

Anthropometry including planning standardization exercises and serving as the gold-standard measurer during such exercises. 

Preparing manuals and other training documents and materials for use in specific surveys.

Training and supervision of in-country laboratories to conduct assays or procedures that cannot be conducted in the field. Testing will include but is not limited to HIV, hepatitis B, malaria microscopy, and micronutrients.

Developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to new biomarker tests and/or that enhance data quality of existing biomarkers.

A successful biomarker specialist will be able to train in person or remotely and demonstrate a high level of flexibility in performing all other responsibilities of the position.

Required Qualifications:

A master’s degree or PhD in a biomedical science or a related medical degree

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the following skills:

Familiarity with field-friendly specimen collection techniques.

Working knowledge and/or practical experience performing enzyme immunoassays.

Familiarity with molecular tests and molecular biology techniques.

Experience working with low- and middle-income country institutions.

Experience performing QC and QA measures in all phases of biomedical testing.

Fluency in English. 

Preferred Skills:

Fluency in French, Portuguese, or Spanish.

Experience teaching or training adults.

Skilled in phlebotomy.

Working knowledge of the preparation, staining and examination of blood films for the detection of malaria parasites.

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.

 

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.  

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  

 

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:

$89,203.00 - $151,646.00

Maryland Remote Office (MD99)