Exponent

Exponent  is a leading engineering and scientific consulting firm. Our multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, physicians, and regulatory consultants brings together more than 90 different disciplines to solve complicated problems facing corporations, insurers, government entities, associations and individuals. Our approximately 1000 staff members work in 26 offices across the United States and abroad. Exponent has over 800 consultants, including more than 500 that have earned a doctorate in their chosen field of specialization. We are currently seeking an  Ecotoxicologist  for a Scientist level position for our  Ecological and Biological Sciences Practice , located in either our Washington, DC; Maynard, MA; or Bellevue, WA office. This individual will be part of a team of professionals responsible for addressing a diverse array of project needs involving natural resource damage assessment, ecological and human health risk assessment, water resources and water quality and sediment management, ecotoxicology, biological oceanography, terrestrial and aquatic ecology, fishery science, plant ecology, wetland science and restoration, and geospatial analyses. In this position, we are looking for a candidate who is a well-rounded professional with a background in environmental toxicology, ecological risk assessment, and product stewardship. Experience conducting ecological risk assessments for substances such as pharmaceuticals, industrial chemicals, and pesticides, as well as knowledge of US (e.g., EPA, FDA) and global regulations for these risk assessments is highly desirable. The successful candidate should have experience in areas including, but not limited to, performance of information retrieval from public sources and literature searches; experience assisting in the assessment of chemical and biological information to be used in environmental risk assessments; data analysis, report preparation, as well as other related consulting experience.   Qualifications for this position include: Ph.D. in Ecology, Biology,  Ecotoxicology, Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences or other related field Two-five (or more) years of experience in Environmental Science or Ecotoxicology Experience evaluating information on the fate and effects of chemicals in the environment Experience in ecological risk assessment Experience in product stewardship Knowledge of standard test methods in environmental toxicology Experience in being part of multidisciplinary teams An outstanding reputation for integrity, responsiveness, and technical expertise Exceptional interpersonal skills Ability to travel for work related activities Excellent writing and critical thinking skills We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, Veterans and Disabled Employer. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !