Specialist - Chemical Hazard Evaluation - 30921

Environment Agency; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environment Agency is seeking a Specialist in Chemical Hazard Evaluation to assess the environmental risk of chemicals under UK regulations. The role involves evaluating scientific data, ensuring compliance with REACH and CLP, and contributing to research initiatives. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in chemical assessment, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience assessing environmental effects of chemicals.
• Ability to analyze complex scientific and numerical data.
• Experience with REACH and CLP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate ecotoxicity and environmental fate information.
• Summarize and present environmental effects study endpoints.
• Contribute to guideline development and research priority setting.

Skills

Scientific Knowledge

Data Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

First 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 a team of science specialists in our Chemicals Assessment Unit (CAU), you will:

1. Evaluate the reliability and relevance of ecotoxicity and environmental fate information and safety assessments in chemical dossiers and reports prepared by companies or other regulatory authorities to identify key regulatory endpoints.
2. Summarise and present endpoints from environmental effects studies, fate data, and modelled estimates.
3. Describe study test methods, highlighting data limitations and uncertainty.
4. Use data to conclude on appropriate environmental classifications under CLP and whether UK REACH registration standard information requirements are met.
5. Provide quality assurance review and alternative interpretations (where necessary).
6. Contribute to priority setting and identify areas of further research.
7. Inform test guideline development and support our work implementing animal replacement methods.
8. Work to defined timescales to deliver outputs on time and within resource.
9. Build relationships and consult with colleagues in other teams and government bodies.

Responding to incidents is a central part of our work. You will be expected to have an incident role and be available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during incidents. This may attract additional payment, and full training will be provided.

The team, based in the Research part of the Chief Scientist’s Group, provides scientific support to HSE and UK Government on environmental matters related to UK REACH, CLP Regulations, and POPs Convention. We assess hazards, propose risk management actions, and collaborate with global partners.

Experience/skills Required

You must have at least a first degree in a relevant scientific discipline such as chemistry, biology, or environmental science. You should have at least two years of applied experience assessing the environmental effects and/or fate of chemicals, possibly in a regulated industry sector at a national or international level.

You need to analyze complex scientific and numerical data to inform conclusions and follow standard guidance confidently. Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills are essential to meet deadlines.

In your application, demonstrate your experience in environmental hazard and risk assessment of chemicals, including specific examples related to REACH and CLP regulations.

Additional Information

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements are supported. Some travel and overnight stays may be required. Please review the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for guidance on answering competency questions.

Applications are assessed based on competency responses. Interviews are expected in July via MS Teams, possibly including a technical data exercise. For more information, contact [e-mail].

Competencies

• Scientific Knowledge: Apply scientific knowledge to provide sound, evidence-based advice.
• Data and Information Management: Collect, analyze, interpret, and share environmental data effectively.
• Takes Decisions and Solves Problems: Find and implement optimal solutions efficiently.

Additional Notes

The Environment Agency is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming flexible working and supporting applicants with disabilities. We operate under government frameworks for recruitment, and direct market engagement is not conducted.