Principal Toxicologist (Ph.D.)

About the role

We are seeking a Principal Toxicologist for our Health Sciences Practice. This position is open to all U.S. office locations.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to provide leadership and collaboration on projects related to litigation support, toxicological evaluations, risk assessment, and risk communication involving a wide range of products and chemicals.
• Evaluate health hazards, mechanisms of action, dose-response, exposure levels, and conduct comparative risk research, using data science tools.
• Aid in the preparation of regulatory documents and analyses.
• Conduct risk assessments under various regulatory and legal frameworks.
• Lead projects, identify new clients, expand relationships with existing clients, develop technical staff, and develop new business in related Health Sciences areas, particularly in product stewardship, toxic tort, and emerging chemicals of concern.
• Help clients make and support data-driven and scientifically sound decisions to address today's most pressing issues impacting human health safety.
• Leverage deep knowledge in toxicology to address a wide range of complex human health challenges across diverse client sectors.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new client engagements by understanding emerging needs and building long-term partnerships.
• Maintain and grow trusted relationships with existing clients by consistently delivering high-quality work, anticipating future needs, and serving as a strategic advisor.
• Build, manage, and empower multidisciplinary teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and scientific integrity.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities to technical staff, supporting their growth into future leaders and experts.
• Ensure successful project execution through effective planning, resource allocation, and budget management, while maintaining high standards of quality and timeliness.
• Offer high-level scientific and strategic advice to both internal stakeholders and external clients, contributing to the firm’s thought leadership and client impact.
• Enhance the firm’s visibility and credibility by publishing in peer-reviewed journals, presenting at industry conferences, leading seminars, and participating in expert advisory or technical committees.

Qualifications

• PhD in Toxicology or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 8 years of consulting experience in the toxicology space.
• Proven track record of business generation and attracting new and repeat clients or funding.
• Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology (DABT).

Skills

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed recommendations in your scientific field.
• Outstanding reputation among clients and the scientific community for integrity, responsiveness, and technical expertise.
• Adept people management abilities coupled with extensive experience in successfully overseeing and executing complex projects.
• Strong commitment to professional development.

Benefits

• Access benefits information on our Life @ Exponent page.
• Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being.
• We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.