Senior Ecotoxicologist

About the role

Huntsman is seeking a Senior Ecotoxicologist supporting the Global EHS Division across locations. Remote work is an option. This position will report to the Toxicology Team Manager.

The senior ecotoxicologist provides expert advice to all Huntsman businesses, by the application of professional judgment in ecotoxicology, exposure sciences and regulatory compliance. The candidate is responsible for supporting the development and registration of Huntsman products, using hazard and exposure data to conduct environmental risk assessments, support evaluation and authorization processes and to ensure the regulatory compliance of Huntsman products.

Responsibilities

• Support the three Huntsman divisions with environmental hazard and risk assessment expertise in all stages of product development (R&D of new chemicals/products and/or new markets and uses).
• Understand the requirements set forth by the authorities in the different regions (TSCA, REACH, Canada, Korea, China) and collaborate with regulatory specialists to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Study monitor external ecotoxicological/environmental fate studies, ensuring choice of laboratory is undertaken according to internal and external guidelines.
• Use of in silico tools (QSAR and read across) for screening, prioritization and where appropriate, regulatory endpoint data submission.
• Collaborate with colleagues to prepare dossier submissions in IUCLID or other formats, including application of read-across approaches for environmental fate and ecotoxicity endpoint data requirements.
• Technical lead for ecotoxicology related issue management or substance defense. Steer advocacy strategies with regulatory bodies and active participation in discussions with global authorities across the Huntsman portfolio.
• Maintain technical expertise in areas of ecotoxicology and risk assessment. Keep abreast of relevant regulations, legislation and emerging issues related to environmental hazard. Communicate impact to relevant Huntsman divisions.
• Ensure ecotoxicological, environmental fate & physical-chemical data used for the classification of Huntsman products are scientifically evaluated, are up-to-date and maintained in the appropriate Huntsman databases and systems. Proactively communicate changes to stakeholders to ensure full understandings and business implications.
• Represent Huntsman in various industry consortia and trade associations. Be an active participant in all meetings. Advise and convey relevant information to stakeholders which could influence or impact Huntsman operations.
• Design environmental testing and assessment strategies with the aim to minimize animal testing without risking the environmental or human health safety profile of products.

Qualifications

• Advanced Degree (Master/PhD) with 10 years of relevant professional experience preferably in an international company in the chemical or pharmaceutical sector, or at a Contract Research Organization.
• Extensive applied experience in Regulatory ecotoxicology, risk assessment and defense of self-classification and labelling (GHS, CLP).
• Knowledge of ecotoxicological and environmental fate methods and guidelines as well as use of in silico tools (QSARs) and read across.
• Extensive experience with EU REACH, TSCA and Canada chemical registration.
• Practical experience with relevant software tools such as OECD QSAR Toolbox, IUCLID, CHESAR, easyTRA.
• Experience with consortia and trade association work.
• Fluency in English. Ability to work with colleagues globally in a multi-cultural environment and in a hybrid setting is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing scientific teams, driving performance, collaboration, and results.
• Professional certification as ecotoxicologist/environmental scientist.
• Practical experience with China and Korea chemical registration.
• Previous environmental lab experience on environmental safety assays.

Working Environment

• Remote work is an option.
• Up to 20% travel.