[Remote] Scientific Disclosure/FOIA Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Brillient Corporation is seeking a Scientific Disclosure/FOIA Analyst to support a federal contract by reviewing scientific and regulatory records and determining what may be released under the Freedom of Information Act. The role applies FOIA exemptions, prepares redacted records and correspondence, communicates with stakeholders, and supports compliance, quality, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review responsive records and apply FOIA exemptions accurately to protect non-disclosable information
• Redact records in accordance with FOIA, the OPEN Government Act, the E-Government Act, and applicable job aids and guidance from OC staff
• Use Adobe Acrobat Pro (or other approved software) to electronically redact and prepare records — including boxing exempt material, sanitization, and Bates numbering as applicable
• Perform a final quality check to confirm released materials contain no information exempt under applicable statutes
• Prepare documents and Vaughn indices for disclosure-based litigation as required
• Draft original correspondence for release on behalf of the agency
• Serve as a liaison with requesters and, on occasion, other agencies or appellants
• Work with requesters, regulated industry, sponsors, agency staff, and contractors to clarify requests and provide status updates
• Keep division management informed of the nature and status of all sensitive requests
• Deliver weekly progress reports
• Ensure disclosure analysis is accurate, timely, and compliant with FOIA, the Privacy Act, and applicable regulations
• Stay current on statutory and regulatory changes affecting disclosure practice
• Meet agency performance standards, including review rates and timeliness metrics
• Maintain accurate, current data in FOIA tracking databases
• Monitor request backlogs and prioritize sensitive or time-critical cases
• Prepare indexes of produced documents, including withheld portions and exemption codes
• Support reporting requirements for agency leadership and oversight staff
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in a biological or health science (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Laboratory Science, Nursing, Pharmacology), or related field
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of experience in FOIA disclosure review, records management, or regulatory document analysis experience, including proactive disclosure
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Public Trust security clearance, as dictated by the contract
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations and statutes
• Familiarity with the drug approval process
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro and Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with clinical data sets, scientific literature review, or bench research in a laboratory setting

Benefits

• Fully remote work flexibility
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness programs
• 401(k) retirement plan

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