Scientific Disclosure/FOIA Analyst
Brillient Corporation · brillient.net
Silver SpringRemoteMid level3–5 yrs
The job in short
FOIA scientific disclosure review and redaction analyst.
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Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2025-11-05
- Location as listed
- Silver Spring, MD, USA
- Role
- Paralegal / Legal Support
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: FDA: Main Campus, Silver Spring, MD - Silver Spring, MD, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day, Role Summary
Brillient is seeking a Science Disclosure Analyst to support a federal contract where scientific literacy and information law meet. In this role, you'll review complex scientific and regulatory records (clinical data, study reports, research correspondence) and determine what can be released to the public and what must be protected under the Freedom of Information Act.
It's work that calls on both sides of your training: the scientific judgment to understand what a record actually says, and the analytical rigor to apply FOIA exemptions accurately, document your reasoning, and communicate your conclusions and recommendations clearly to agency stakeholders. Every release you prepare becomes part of the public record, so precision matters.
If you have a life-sciences background and want to apply it somewhere other than the bench, this is a rare opportunity to do exactly that.
What You'll Do
Disclosure Review & Redaction
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
Correspondence & Stakeholder Communication
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
Compliance & Quality
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
Reporting & Tracking
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
Qualifications: Required Education and Qualifications:
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
Ability to work independently in a remote environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with clinical data sets, scientific literature review, or bench research in a laboratory setting
What We Offer
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
Competitive compensation
Brillient is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Brillient is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. If you need an accommodation, please contact [email protected]
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