DescriptionTo support ICF’s dynamic growth and expanding client base, we are seeking an On-Call Senior Computational Toxicology Advisor to work in our Health Science Portfolio. This group of 140+ 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 and quantifying the effects of environmental pollutants, such as metals, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds, on human health and the environment.The On-Call Senior Computational Toxicology Advisor’s project work would support federal agencies (such as U.S. EPA and NIEHS) in conducting and reporting the results of hazard studies and supporting risk assessments of environmental pollutants and microbes.Location: Remote.Hours: This is a part-time on-call position. The On-Call Senior Computational Toxicology Advisor will work between 5 and 30 hours per week to support work on an as-needed basis. The hours are flexible.What you’ll do:
Serve as a technical lead on projects requiring computational toxicological modeling.
Work on a diverse team that specializes in modeling the effects of environmental pollutants, such as metals, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds, on human health and the environment. For example, we support our Federal clients in:
Developing human health risk assessments that may include dose-response and/or pharmacokinetic modeling.
Computational toxicology, modeling, and cheminformatics analyses to identify potential hazards of environmental chemicals to human health, and to assist in chemical classification.
Creating custom exposure and risk models to simulate the effects of pollutants, such as lead.
Assist in toxicological outcome prediction, metabolic prediction, PBPK modeling, or other such data analysis activities using publicly available or tailored tools and methods.
Use your knowledge of toxicology or chemistry to make conclusions on biological plausibility of chemical analogs and/or metabolites in order to make sound risk assessment conclusions.
Scope, create, test, and document scientific code and user interfaces for various types of models.
Conduct data and statistical analysis involving Excel, Access, R, SAS, Python, SQL, VBA, and/or other software.
Synthesize scientific findings and communicate them through various formats and media (e.g., written reports, online websites, visualizations).
Mentor junior coders in appropriate methods for developing and implementing environmental models.
What you’ll need:
Ph.D. in toxicology, pharmacology, environmental science, or related subject.
At least 20 years of relevant toxicological work experience in a post-doc or other role after completion of your PhD.
What we’d love :
Experience with government programs (preferably U.S. EPA or NIEHS)
Familiarity with publicly available tools for predicting chemical analogs, ADME, PBPK, physical chemical properties, or other chemical characteristics related to hazard estimation.
Demonstrated experience with database design and queries, data management problem-solving, and scientific coding.
Experience managing, analyzing, and interpreting large datasets.
Strong written and oral communication skills, including experience with developing and delivering presentations.
The ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work in groups, individually, and virtually under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to formulate and execute technical approaches to solving scientific questions
Please note: This position does not involve hands-on laboratory or field work.Working at ICFICF 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 (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) .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 (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp%20EnglishformattedESQA508c.pdf) , or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity)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:$112,513.00 - $191,273.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)
Full-time