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Research Assistant - Climate Change & Sustainability
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Reference 1000001032  (Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
Sectors Sustainability, Climate, CSR, EMS
Location California - America North
Town/City Sacramento, CA
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level First Level
Deadline 01/11/2010
Company Name ICF International
Contact Name Recruitment
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Description
IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

To support our growth we seek Research Assistants to work in our Climate Change and Sustainability Division. The Research Assistant will contribute to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high quality products and services, typically working on multiple projects with all levels of staff. The Research Assistants at ICF International have an opportunity to apply their academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, interact with experts and clients in the field, while building content knowledge and consulting skills. Research Assistants advance in our consulting practice or go on to outstanding graduate programs around the country.

Qualifications

 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assisting with data collection and analysis
  • Reviewing literature
  • Conducting interviews and surveys
  • Solving quantitative and qualitative problems
  • Interacting with federal and commercial clients
Basic Qualifications: 
  • Bachelor's Degree (minimum GPA of 3.0) in Environmental or other Earth Sciences, Economics, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry or related subjects.
  • Demonstrated quantitative and/or modeling skills
Preferred Skills/Experience:
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills
  • Computer proficiency
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Detail oriented ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • The ability to work under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Professional Skills:
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision making capabilities
  • Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information
  • Ability to apply detailed knowledge of organizational procedures to make independent decisions and serve as a credible resource for a senior management team
  • Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors
  • Excellent problem solving skills with ability to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems and recommend solutions
  • Superior interpersonal skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a cooperative attitude
  • Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)

ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce.

 

ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/D/V
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