Environmental Toxicologist

Huntsman; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical company in the UK is seeking an Environmental Toxicologist to join their Product Safety & Regulatory Compliance team. This role involves collaborating with experts to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainability for new chemical products. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a related field, experience in assessing chemical impacts, and analytical skills. The position offers the opportunity for growth and a dynamic work environment, along with the option for remote work.

Qualifications

• University degree in chemistry, biochemistry, environmental science, or toxicology.
• Previous industrial experience is encouraged.
• Hands-on experience in analytical methods and polymer synthesis.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise testing at CRO laboratories.
• Analyze chemical safety data to classify hazards.
• Work with R&D to evaluate environmental risks.
• Compile and present data using standardized tools.
• Engage in regulatory forums relevant to compliance.

Skills

Assessing chemical distribution

Analytical characterization of substances

Preparing chemical registration dossiers

Conducting exposure modeling

Knowledge of global chemical regulations

Strong background in organic chemistry

Collaboration skills

Education

University degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

IUCLID

ChemSTEER

HPLC

GC

MS

Job description

Job Description:

Environmental Toxicologist

Role Overview:

At Huntsman we’re currently looking for Environmental Toxicologists to join our Product Safety & Regulatory Compliance team. In this role, you’ll help commercialize new chemical and polymer products by ensuring their regulatory compliance and sustainability. You’ll collaborate within a diverse and global team of human health, exposure, and regulatory specialists. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience and grow your environmental science career in a fast-paced and supportive team while working on challenging, innovative chemistries.

A fully remote position is open to candidates located anywhere in the UK, and a second hybrid position is located at our Shanghai Technology Center.

Do you think you’re the right fit for this opportunity? Apply today!

Role Responsibilities:

As an Environmental Toxicologist, you will:

• Plan, commission, and supervise physical-chemical, environmental fate, and ecological hazard testing at CRO laboratories.
• Analyze and interpret chemical safety data to classify hazards in line with GHS and EU-CLP standards.
• Work closely with R&D teams to evaluate environmental risks and exposures linked to new chemistries and manufacturing processes.
• Compile and present chemical property and exposure data using standardized reporting tools such as IUCLID, CHESAR, and EasyTRA.
• Leverage cheminformatics (QSAR, AI) and New Approach Methodologies (NAM) to support chemical hazard assessments.
• Engage in international forums including regulatory consortia, trade associations, and expert working groups relevant to our products, markets, and compliance issues.

Experience and Competencies:

What we are looking for:

• University degree in chemistry, biochemistry, environmental science, toxicology, or related field. Candidates holding higher degrees and/or having prior industrial experience are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience in:
  • Assessing chemical distribution, persistence, bioaccumulation, endocrine disruption, and environmental effects of chemicals.
  • Analytical characterization and monitoring of complex substances (e.g., UVCBs, polymers) in environmental/biological samples.
  • Preparing chemical registration dossiers (EU-REACh), with proficiency in IUCLID.
  • Conducting exposure modeling and risk assessments (EU-REACh, US EPA-TSCA) using ChemSTEER, CHESAR, EasyTRA, etc. is a plus.
  • Managing standardized testing programs (OECD Guidelines) under GLP
• Knowledge of global chemical regulations and sustainability initiatives.
• Strong background in organic chemistry, with hands‑on experience in analytical methods (spectroscopy, HPLC, GC, MS) or polymer synthesis.
• Familiarity of QSAR, chemical grouping, and cheminformatics tools.
• Strong collaboration skills in setting strategies, and in managing projects, priorities, budgets, and timelines.

What next?

If you would like to join an innovative, collaborative and multicultural team, please apply now. Your application will be forwarded to a Talent Acquisition Partner, and we will strive to get back to you as soon as we can. We understand that applying for a new job is a big decision and we will work hard to keep you updated and support you along the way.

About Us:

At Huntsman, we pride ourselves on being a people-oriented organization.

Our family‑like atmosphere is cultivated by our diverse groups of team members located around the world. We welcome the talent, experience and fresh ideas that you will bring whether as a recent graduate or seasoned professional. In return, we offer you the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic, industry‑leading company, where safety and ethics always come first.

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