Research Program Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

Provide support, to Principal Investigators, of projects of significance to the operation and administration of ICASA. Provides and/or coordinates project planning and evaluation, ensuring that developing and existing projects are effective and in conformance with the overall goals and objectives of the ICASA and project scope(s) of work. Responsible for coordinating and participating in the collection, interpretation, and writing of technical documentation, including reports, proposals, specifications, procedures, use cases, meeting minutes, brochures, flyers, as well as technical graphics.

Produce documentation that meets applicable standards and is appropriate for its intended audience. Occasional travel may be required.

• Partner closely with and directly support the Program Management staff
• Responsible for organization and upkeep of content and dashboards stored in various projects or content management systems
• Draft and/or proofread monthly reports and presentations to sponsor
• Develop templates for presentations, procedures, reports, quad charts, etc.
• Assists staff with the developing and managing various business processes in support of administrative, technical, and operational activities
• Contribute to process improvements operational effectiveness and effects changes required for improvement
• Coordinates with various online, offsite and onsite stakeholder meetings
• Document meeting minutes from multiple weekly meetings
• Coordinate and collaborate with other project managers on other projects within the program
• Translate technical reports into format for a broader audience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management & Administration, Technical Communication or related field.
• Proficient and demonstrated technical writing/editing skills.
• Proficient and demonstrated proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with basic scientific terms.
• Ability and desire to grasp new technical concepts and learn quickly.
• Ability to focus product based on intended audience.
• Skilled in use of Microsoft Office software for document development and design.
• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to function within the team-concept approach to problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
• Applicant must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret DOD security clearance.
• Must be a US citizen.

• Knowledge in IT or other technical industry.
• Experience in writing requirements.
• Skill in examining and reengineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Experience in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Experience in risk and issue assessment.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Experience in working with federal government organizations, such as the DOE, DOD Intelligence Community.