Project Analyst – SETA 1

ICF

. Support and implement technology, research and development, and programmatic tasks .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeAlexandria • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $61,232 - $104,094 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grants management, project management, and research project support, with a strong focus on data analysis and programmatic recommendations. Proficient in utilizing project management tools and Microsoft Office to enhance administrative processes and support innovation programs.

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Grants ManagementProject ManagementData AnalysisResearch Project ManagementFederal SBIR/STTR Program Experience

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Hard Skills

Research And DevelopmentData VisualizationSurvey ImplementationTechnical Notes CaptureProject StrategyDeep Technology AreasArtificial IntelligenceAdvanced ManufacturingBiological TechnologiesEmerging Science And Engineering

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Multitasking Abilities

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Trust Authorization

Industry Keywords

Innovation EcosystemFederal Government FundingUniversity IncubatorsAcceleratorsVenture Capital Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and implement technology, research and development, and programmatic tasks
Support management of grants, cooperative agreements, acquisitions, and award management, including coordination of review processes
Support and improve administrative business processes
Coordinate meetings among participants involved in programmatic tasks
Use project management, scheduling, and data analytic tools and processes
Coordinate and manage tasks, schedule programmatic meetings, and share data with program members and the data analytics team
Draw meaningful connections and information to inform business analysis decisions, improve processes, and support programmatic recommendations and goals
Support science and engineering innovation programs at the National Science Foundation

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS/BA degree or equivalent education and/or experience
5+ years of research and development expertise in grants management, project management, and supporting research projects
2+ years of Federal or State level SBIR and STTR program experience
Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust authorization
Preferred experience in the innovation ecosystem and/or familiarity with a federal government funding research agency in a SETA role
Preferred experience with university incubators, accelerators, venture capital organizations, or other entrepreneurial and business support entities engaging with SBIR/STTR programs
Preferred familiarity with NSF's partnerships landscape study
Demonstrated technical and analytical skills, including research project management, data analysis and visualization, survey implementation, project strategy and management
Proficiency with project management tools, technical notes capture and reporting, scheduling meetings, and coordinating deliverable feedback
High proficiency using Microsoft Office tools
Education and/or demonstrated expertise in deep technology areas such as artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, biological technologies, or emerging science and engineering fields
Excellent communication skills with federal technical staff and programmatic contractor personnel
Strong multitasking abilities and familiarity with a fast-paced environment
All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States
This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work schedule with some telework days
Equal opportunity workplace
Reasonable accommodations for disabilities, religious beliefs, and disabled veterans
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