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Exponent

Multidisciplinary science and engineering consulting

Managing Scientist - Ph.D

Risk, Regulatory & Legal AdvisoryPosted on Nov 5
Full-time$136k - $166k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Ph.D. in Water Resources, Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Chemistry, or another related field is required.
  • A minimum of 7 years of professional experience, including at least 4 years of direct consulting experience, is required.
  • Expert-level knowledge of emerging chemicals and plastics/microplastics in the environment is required.
  • Strong understanding of scientific sampling methodologies and current science covering terrestrial, wildlife, soil, and water quality issues is required.
  • Proven experience with data analysis, modeling, and statistics is required.
  • Proven experience in risk assessment is required.
  • Proven experience managing tasks of moderate scope and complexity is required.
  • The candidate must be able to work independently, prioritize multiple projects and tasks with competing deadlines, and communicate within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated written and oral communication ability is required.
  • A strong commitment to personal development and staff development is required.
  • The candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • No immigration sponsorship or processing is provided.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct strategic business development and client networking to grow technical services related to the global fate and transport of chemicals, associated potential risks, and impacts to regulatory initiatives.
  • Understand and interpret water resources and land-use activities, focusing on emerging chemicals and associated products such as plastics and microplastics, including government regulations, environmental monitoring, site infrastructure, and production processes.
  • Direct and support analyses and prepare regulatory documents and expert reports.
  • Synthesize technical information and apply creative and critical thinking to prepare and review reports and technical presentations.
  • Develop and maintain professional status by authoring peer-reviewed publications and participating in technical conferences and professional society activities.
  • Work cooperatively with members of the Ecological and Biological Sciences Practice and interdisciplinary groups from other practices.

Desired Qualifications

  • Understanding of federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations relevant to water quality and related environmental sciences, including the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Toxic Substances Control Act, Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, and Clean Water Act in the United States, as well as similar laws and regulations in other countries.
  • Experience addressing both proactive and litigation-related matters.

About the Company

Exponent

Multidisciplinary science and engineering consulting

Exponent is a consulting firm that applies scientific and engineering expertise to help businesses, communities, and individuals solve complex problems and navigate change. Its team of over 950 consultants works across many industries and regions, offering multidisciplinary analysis and testing methods to develop actionable solutions. Revenue comes from fees for consulting services, tied to the ability to attract and retain clients and deliver effective results. Exponent differentiates itself through broad, cross-disciplinary capabilities, state-of-the-art testing, and a focus on technically solid, practically applicable outcomes. The company’s goal is to help clients address difficult challenges with rigorous, evidence-based guidance and to support them as they adapt to changing circumstances.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Fishers, IN
Founded
1967

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