Senior Scientist - Ecotoxicology

Exponent; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Programs supporting health and well-being

Competitive benefits and recognition programs

Job summary

Exponent is seeking an Ecotoxicologist to join their Chemical Regulation and Food Safety Practice. The role involves conducting environmental risk assessments and providing strategic advice to clients. You will interpret data and collaborate in a multi-disciplinary environment.

The ideal candidate holds an MSc. in a relevant field and has experience under EU regulations. This position offers flexibility with potential home working options. Join a diverse team committed to health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience completing environmental risk assessments under EU plant protection product legislation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental risk assessments for plant protection products as required by EU legislation.
• Provide advice to clients on ecotoxicology and environmental risk assessment.
• Summarise and interpret ecotoxicology data including study reports.

Skills

Environmental risk assessments

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Numeracy skills

Education

MSc. degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g., biology, environmental science)

Job description

Ecotoxicologist

Position: Ecotoxicologist in the Chemical Regulation and Food Safety Practice. Work based in Harrogate (UK), Nottingham (UK), London (UK), Dublin (IE), Mannheim (DE), or Basel (CH); home working considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental risk assessments for plant protection products as required by EU legislation (Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009).
• Provide advice to clients on plant protection product ecotoxicology and environmental risk assessment issues.
• Summarise and interpret data, including study reports and published literature in ecotoxicology, drawing sound scientific and regulatory conclusions.
• Perform data gap analysis, develop testing strategies, and monitor ecotoxicology studies.
• Provide verbal and written inputs to multi‑disciplinary project teams; contribute high‑level strategic advice and high‑quality outputs.

Qualifications & Skills

• MSc. degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g., biology, environmental science).
• Experience completing environmental risk assessments under EU plant protection product legislation (e.g., Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009), with relevant field experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Sound judgement and decision‑making ability.
• Good numeracy skills.

Benefits

• Programs and resources supporting health and well‑being.
• Competitive benefits, compensation, and recognition programs.

Job Locations

• Harrogate (UK)
• Nottingham (UK)
• London (UK)
• Dublin (IE)
• Mannheim (DE)
• Basel (CH)

Equal Opportunity Employment

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer.

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