Scientist (Regulatory)

About the role

Regulatory Scientist for our Chemical Regulation & Food Safety practice in the Washington, DC office. You will work as part of a team to provide a high level of project management, FIFRA regulatory and technical assistance, and program support to the consultants in the Chemical Regulation and Food Safety practice.

Responsibilities

• Managing and tracking client projects, project deliverables and budgets
• Collaborating with internal project teams to discuss client projects, tasks, deliverables and budgets
• Interacting with clients as well as EPA and State regulators
• Gaining a strong understanding of chemical regulatory policy including TSCA
• Knowledge of product stewardship principles and the ability to apply that knowledge across a range of industries and product types.
• Preparing and submitting regulatory approval documents
• Providing regulatory and technical review and quality control support for TSCA and product stewardship projects

Requirements

Education: B.S. degree required; M.S. or Ph.D. in a Science related field preferred.

Experience: Experience with TSCA and other environmental regulations; experience in a scientific, research, or consulting environment is a plus.

Skills

• Detail oriented, able to work independently, and manage time effectively
• Excellent communication, writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Strong ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Experience using AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, with an understanding of their capabilities, limitations, and appropriate applications
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat
• Exposure to sensitive information will necessitate considerable use of tact, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment
• Experience