Specialist - Chemical Hazard Evaluation - 30921

Environment Agency; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental agency is seeking a Specialist in Chemical Hazard Evaluation to assess the environmental risks of chemicals under UK regulations. The role involves evaluating chemical dossiers, ensuring compliance with REACH and CLP, and contributing to research initiatives. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in environmental assessments, with strong analytical and communication skills. Flexible working arrangements are offered, along with training for incident response roles.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience assessing environmental effects or fate of chemicals.
• Experience with REACH and CLP regulations.
• Strong writing skills and ability to analyze complex data.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate ecotoxicity and environmental fate information in chemical dossiers.
• Summarize environmental effects studies and model estimates.
• Provide quality assurance reviews and support guideline development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in chemistry, biology, or environmental science

Job description

Specialist - Chemical Hazard Evaluation - 30921

We are recruiting a regulatory scientist to assess the environmental hazard and risk of industrial and consumer chemicals under the UK REACH and CLP Regulations.

Working in our Chemicals Assessment Unit (CAU), you will:

1. Evaluate the reliability and relevance of ecotoxicity and environmental fate information in chemical dossiers and reports.
2. Summarize and present endpoints from environmental effects studies, fate data, and model estimates.
3. Describe study test methods, highlighting data limitations and uncertainties.
4. Use data to determine environmental classifications under CLP and assess compliance with UK REACH registration requirements.
5. Provide quality assurance reviews and alternative interpretations as needed.
6. Contribute to priority setting and identify areas for further research.
7. Support test guideline development and initiatives for animal replacement methods.
8. Work within defined timescales to deliver quality outputs.
9. Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and government partners.

Responding to incidents is integral to our work. You will be expected to participate in incident roles, with training provided, and may receive additional compensation for this.

The team is part of the Research division within the Chief Scientist’s Group, with dispersed office locations. We support HSE and UK Government on environmental hazards of chemicals, proposing risk management actions and collaborating internationally.

Experience/Skills Required

You should have a degree in a relevant scientific discipline such as chemistry, biology, or environmental science, and at least two years of experience assessing environmental effects or fate of chemicals, either nationally or internationally.

You must be capable of analyzing complex data, following guidance, and communicating findings effectively. Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills are essential. Please demonstrate relevant experience in environmental hazard and risk assessment, particularly related to REACH and CLP, in your responses to competency questions.

Additional Information

The role offers flexible/hybrid working arrangements, with some travel required. Full training for incident response roles will be provided. For more details, review the Candidate/Additional Information Pack. Interviews are scheduled via MS Teams, including possible technical exercises.

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