Specialist - Chemical Hazard Evaluation - 30921

Environment Agency; York; 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, analyzing data, and contributing to research and guideline development. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in environmental assessments, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of applied experience in assessing environmental effects of chemicals.
• Experience with REACH and CLP regulations.
• Ability to analyze complex scientific and numerical data.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate ecotoxicity and environmental fate information in chemical dossiers.
• Summarize environmental effects studies and data.
• Contribute to guideline development and support animal replacement methods.

Skills

Analytical skills

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 resources;
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, part of the Research division within 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 environmental hazards and exposure of chemicals, 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 a minimum of two years of applied experience assessing environmental effects and/or fate of chemicals, either nationally or internationally.

You need to analyze complex scientific and numerical data confidently following standard guidance. 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, with specific examples relating to REACH and CLP regulations.

Additional Information

The role offers flexible/hybrid working options. Some travel and overnight stays may be required. Please review the Candidate/Additional Information Pack for more details on answering competency questions.

Interviews are expected in July via MS Teams, potentially including a technical data exercise. For further information, contact [e-mail].