Senior Scientist - Ecotoxicology

Knoell; Mannheim; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working policy

Career development opportunities

Employee referral program

Job summary

Knoell, a leading regulatory service provider in Cardiff, seeks a skilled Regulatory Ecotoxicologist. This role involves developing registration strategies for environmental properties under EU REACH and assessing ecotoxicological hazard profiles. Candidates should possess at least 6 years of experience in Regulatory Ecotoxicology, ideally within the EU context, along with a relevant degree. Knoell encourages diverse perspectives, promotes work-life balance, and supports flexible working arrangements, including remote options.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years experience in Regulatory Ecotoxicology, preferably in EU REACH context.
• Advanced knowledge of ecotoxicological hazard and risk assessment principles.
• Excellent language skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Set up and review registration strategies compliant with EU REACH.
• Assess ecotoxicological hazard profiles and provide regulatory solutions.
• Guide and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Ecotoxicological hazard assessment

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Scientific methodology

Education

University degree in ecotoxicology, biology, or environmental science

PhD degree (preferred)

Tools

IUCLID

MS Office

Job description

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Regulatory Services.

knoell is one of the leading global service providers in regulatory registration, clinical development, and product development support. As a family-owned business, we take pride in our commitment to the highest standards and believe that people are at the heart of our success. With our team of scientific and regulatory experts and an extensive network of partners, we ensure reliable solutions that address our clients' global business needs right from the start.

At knoell, we are guided by our core values of commitment, reliability, excellence and diversity. Are you someone who thrives in a collaborative environment? Do you take pride in delivering high-quality results and upholding excellence in everything you do? At knoell, we are passionate about embracing diverse perspectives, knowing that this fuels innovation and strengthens our impact. If you're ready to be part of a team that values these principles, we want to hear from you!

Think Globally. Act Locally.

• Setting up as well as review of existing registration strategies including development of alternative approaches for environmental properties in accordance with EU REACH.
• Assessing the complete ecotoxicological hazard profile of substances including derivation of the respective reference values for the environment (PNECs), PBT/PMT assessment as well as classification and labeling according to CLP.
• Providing fit for purpose regulatory science solutions for demanding and complex situations, e.g., expert statements, commenting on authority requests and position papers.
• Acting as scientific discussion partner and guiding / mentoring of junior colleagues.
• Communicating and co-operating with clients, knoell stakeholders and relevant authorities.
• Education and training: University degree in ecotoxicology, biology, or environmental science or equivalent; PhD degree would be a benefit.
• Working experience in Regulatory Ecotoxicology of at least 6 years, preferably in EU REACH context
  • Advanced knowledge of ecotoxicological hazard and risk assessment principles in accordance with relevant regulations, and guidance and / or models; experience in study monitoring would be an asset.
  • Ability to provide strategic advice and to develop complex scientific approaches.
  • Advanced working knowledge of scientific approaches and methodologies.
  • Routine IUCLID user.
• Routine knowledge in working with MS-Office.
• Excellent language skills in English (spoken and written).
• Work in a dynamic family-owned business environment with an international team in which new ideas, creative approaches, and collaboration are valued.
• You will have the opportunity to work with market leaders in our industry.
• Development is core, and at knoell we offer various opportunities to support your personal, leadership and technical development, including English language courses to help you effectively communicate in our business language.
• knoell offers a flexible working policy and is a remote-first company, where you have the flexibility to work from home, at our headquarters in Mannheim or at one of our local offices based in your location.
• Part-time work options are generally supported on request subject to meeting business requirements.
• It is important to us that you have both a career and personal life – we celebrate the work-life balance of our colleagues.
• At knoell we have a global employee referral program as part of the recruitment process where you can actively participate and get rewarded for referring talent to knoell.