Administrator

An Administrator supports the scientific staff (Researchers, Managers, Consultants, and Directors). An Administrator is also the primary point of contact for technical support issues and other administrative duties. The Administrator candidate should possess a strong command of Microsoft Office applications and good interpersonal skills.

Researcher

A Researcher conducts Internet searches, assembles scientific documents, and has some administrative responsibility. A Researcher is responsible for reference and citation management, literature files, and constructing and populating databases. The Researcher candidate should possess basic scientific analytic skills.

Manager

A Manager analyzes and interprets scientific data and assembles and reviews written work products and deliverables. A manager interacts with experts and has modest client interaction. The Manager candidate should possess strong scientific skills and have experience supervising individuals and small groups.

Consultant

A Consultant is responsible for project management and budget preparation and has regular interaction and communication with clients. Consultants also support marketing and business development initiatives. Consultants don't require extensive management and oversight. The Consultant candidate should understand complex scientific concepts, have the ability to work independently, and posses experience with client interaction and consulting.

Senior Consultant

A Senior Consultant has major project management, budget, and timeline responsibilities. Senior Consultants take ownership of their projects and can follow through independently with clients. The Senior Consultant candidate should possess experience interacting independently with clients, have highly developed communication skills, and significant marketing involvement. Significant scientific experience and insight is required.

Director

A Director is expected to have an independent client base and to sell and expand existing projects. A Director manages his/her own projects, has major intellectual and industry insights, and can independently develop new business.

Subcontractor

Due to the specialized nature of science in the 21st Century, it's impossible to staff for all areas of scientific disciplines all the time. At ISS, we pride ourselves on effectively utilizing the expertise of subcontractors who have a skill set that matches the needs of our clients. ISS reguarly offers opportunities for scientists who wish to interact with us on a project-by-project basis.