Project Scientist - Human Health Risk Assessor

EHS Support is a specialty environmental consulting firm that provides solutions to complex environmental, health, and safety challenges across a range of market sectors and industries. With experts located throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and South Africa, we form long-lasting partnerships with our clients through a culture of excellence, innovation, work ethic, and integrity. We focus on hiring and retaining talented, motivated people who enjoy collaborating with and delivering value to our clients. Our team does more than identify problems—we provide solutions.

About the role

This opportunity is for a flexible and self-motivated individual willing to learn and grow as part of a team while providing human health risk assessment expertise. As a Project Scientist – Human Health Risk Assessor on the Sediment and Risk Assessment (SRA) service line, you will join a high-performance team of risk assessors, toxicologists, ecologists, scientists, and engineers focused on delivering high-quality technical and strategic solutions to a variety of clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of site-specific human health risk assessments conducted as part of remedial investigations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements under CERCLA, RCRA, state, or international regulatory programs.
• Develop site-specific conceptual exposure models to characterize constituent fate and transport dynamics and identify human health receptors and exposure pathways.
• Support remedial decision-making based on site conceptualization and project findings to derive remedial goals and assess the protectiveness of remedial alternatives.
• Advocate for technical findings and conclusions of investigations and negotiate with state and federal regulators to select novel solutions to support client needs.
• Design and implement multimedia and multidisciplinary investigations to support human health risk assessments and vapor intrusion evaluations.
• Assist in the preparation and review of toxicological profiles developed using USEPA and ATSDR guidance and databases, and risk dossiers developed using OECD and REACH guidance and databases compatible with Australian Department of the Environment and Energy (DoEE) requirements.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, advancements, and emerging issues related to your core discipline. Participate in technical conferences or work groups to advance novel approaches and maintain a contemporary approach to consultancy.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and successful completion within budget constraints.
• Collaborate with clients and project team members in the development of allocation and litigation (both defense and plaintiff) strategies.
• Support business development initiatives identified by senior leadership, including identification of growth opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Review and interpret relevant regulations and guidance documents related to human health risk assessments within the U.S., Canada, UK, and Australia.
• Implement and uphold rigorous quality assurance processes to maintain the highest standards in human health risk assessment methodologies and reporting.
• Travel as needed, based on client and project needs (e.g., site visits, agency meetings).

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in consulting, with a strong track record of successful project outcomes and management.
• Proven leadership and management skills, with experience in mentoring and developing staff.
• Experience in business development and building strong client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory frameworks and environmental laws.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, toxicology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field.

Benefits

• Generous Vacation Policy
• Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401k with matching options
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Sick Time
• Bonus Opportunities

Our Principles

• Strive for excellence, always
• Be open, honest, and direct
• Assume good intentions
• Trust coworkers, leadership, and clients
• Listen to learn
• Be accountable for our work
• Foster teamwork
• Demonstrate integrity
• Take pride in one’s work
• Live your personal values
• Provide a safe and healthy work environment that promotes wellness
• Have fun!