Aquatic Toxicologist

BCtechjobs; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Aquatic Toxicologist to join the risk assessment team within the Environmental Management group across BC and Yukon. You will contribute to human and ecological risk assessments, environmental monitoring, and toxicity testing programs on a range of projects.

You will coordinate literature reviews, design studies, and help develop site-specific toxicity thresholds while collaborating with senior staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Toxicology, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline; eligibility for professional registration.
• 4–6 years of relevant toxicology and risk assessment experience.
• Experience designing and interpreting aquatic toxicity studies with standard protocols.
• Experience applying and deriving water quality guidelines; ability to review literature critically.
• Strong interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities; team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Apply expertise in aquatic toxicology to diverse projects, supporting or leading toxicology, risk assessment and monitoring tasks.
• Conduct literature reviews on toxicology and environmental chemistry; extract relevant information.
• Design and interpret aquatic toxicity studies; integrate data to develop site-specific thresholds.
• Oversee environmental monitoring programs as needed and deliver high-quality results on time and budget.
• Prepare reports and presentations; engage with clients to build relationships.
• Use statistical tools to analyze datasets and support data visualization, ensuring QA/QC.

Skills

Aquatic toxicology

Toxicology risk assessment

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Statistical analysis

Education

Master's degree in Toxicology or Environmental Science

Professional registration eligibility (RBBC or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

R

SPSS

SigmaPlot

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us - As an Aquatic Toxicologist, y ou will be part of the risk assessment team which is part of the dynamic multi-disciplinary Environmental Management team in BC and Yukon, that supports our diverse clients with their investigation, remediation and risk assessment needs.

You will be joining one of the largest risk assessment and toxicologist teams in the BC and Yukon region. Our team has over 20 staff that practice in a range of areas including but not limited to: human and ecological risk assessment, environmental impact assessments, aquatic effects assessments, specialty toxicology services, and environmental monitoring.

You will have opportunities to provide input on a wide range of projects that would benefit from your risk assessment, toxicology, biology, or related expertise.

Your Impact

• Apply your expertise in aquatic toxicology to a wide variety of projects by supporting or leading projects related to toxicological effects assessments, risk assessment, and environmental monitoring, while collaborating with senior staff to understand project objectives and implementation.
  
• Conduct literature reviews on toxicology and environmental chemistry, critically evaluating and extracting relevant information.
  
• Design, coordinate, and interpret results of aquatic toxicity studies, and integrate literature and toxicity test data to support development of site-specific toxicity thresholds and evaluation of toxicity.
  
• Design and/or oversee environmental monitoring programs, with minimal field time expected for this mid-level position, but as needed to help deliver projects.
  
• Prepare reports, presentations, and proposals, participate in client meetings, and develop internal/external client relationships.
  
• Use statistical tools to analyze datasets and help with data visualization, while implementing quality control & quality assurance measures applicable to the task.
  
• Develop your technical skills and share these skills with other members of your team and your technical discipline, as supported/mentored by senior staff.
  
• Provide technical training and support to more junior staff.
  
• Manage projects according to client-approved scopes of work and deliver high-quality deliverables on time and within budget.
  

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Master's degree or higher in Toxicology, Environmental Science, or a closely related discipline, with eligibility for professional registration as a Registered Professional Biologist or a Biologist in Training (College of Applied Biology of British Columbia) or other applicable professional regulatory body.
  
• 4 to 6 years of relevant experience working in toxicology and risk assessment.
  
• Experience designing and interpreting aquatic toxicity studies, including familiarity with standard toxicity test protocols.
  
• Experience applying and deriving water quality guidelines, with the ability to critically review toxicity literature.
  
• Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, with a passion for working in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team environment.
  
• Strong attention to detail and written communication skills, including technical writing.
  
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of at least one advanced statistical software package (e.g., R, SPSS, SigmaPlot).
  
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and a clean Driver's Abstract, with willingness to travel occasionally depending on project-specific needs.
  

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation:

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $82,800 - $109,700

MB & ON: $75,600 - $104,100

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $74,800 - $99,400

Disclosure:

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.