Senior Scientist (Regulatory)

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Scientist for our Chemical Regulation & Food Safety Practice in the Washington, DC office. In this role you will provide high‑level project management, FIFRA regulatory and technical assistance, and program support to consultants in the Center for Chemical Regulation and Food Safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track client projects, deliverables, and budgets.
• Collaborate with internal project teams to discuss client projects, tasks, deliverables, and budgets.
• Interact with clients as well as EPA and state regulators.
• Apply knowledge of chemical regulatory policies, including TSCA, to complex client challenges.
• Support product stewardship initiatives and apply product stewardship concepts to real‑world industry challenges.
• Prepare and submit regulatory approval documents.
• Provide regulatory and technical review and quality‑control support for TSCA and product‑stewardship projects.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree required; M.S. or Ph.D. in a science‑related field preferred.
• Experience with TSCA and other environmental regulations.
• Three (3) years of consulting or government regulatory experience.
• Detail‑oriented, able to work independently, and manage time effectively.
• Strong commitment to professional development.

Skills

• Excellent communication, writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• 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.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with project management, budget tracking, and invoicing (a plus).
• Ability to handle sensitive information with tact, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment.
• Entrepreneurial spirit (a plus).

Benefits

Exponent offers a comprehensive benefits program that supports health, well‑being, and work‑life balance, including competitive health plans, retirement contributions, and various wellness resources. The firm emphasizes a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and provides opportunities for mentorship, sponsorship, and continuous learning.

Pay

Salary Range: USD $113,000 – $138,000 per year (base salary, dependent on experience and capabilities).

Schedule

The role follows a flexible, agile work style. Consultants primarily work in‑person at the office, with autonomy to balance personal schedules, travel for client work, site inspections, and conferences as needed.