Lead Scientific Advisor, Safe Drinking Water Act

Environmental Protection Agency; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 197,000 - 228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days paid vacation

Health benefits

Life insurance

Federal Employees Retirement System (F

Job summary

The Environmental Protection Agency in Washington, DC, seeks a Senior Scientific Advisor for Safe Drinking Water Act Programs to join the Office of Water. The role leads time-critical drinking water research and policy development, safeguarding sources of drinking water and guiding implementation of NPDWRs with state and tribal partners.

You will advise senior leaders on scientific initiatives, build relationships with leading researchers, and help manage programs addressing health risks from

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines; or equivalent education/experience.
• Bachelor's or higher degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics with relevant coursework; or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise OW senior leadership on scientific and research initiatives related to drinking water quality and safety.
• Direct and conduct drinking water R&D on health effects, risk assessment, treatment technologies, and analytical methods.
• Provide science-based research recommendations to align drinking water programs with leadership goals.
• Establish and maintain relationships with leading scientists to support priority water health and security efforts.

Job description

The Environmental Protection Agency in Washington, DC, seeks a Senior Scientific Advisor for Safe Drinking Water Act Programs to join the Office of Water. The role leads time-critical drinking water research and policy development, safeguarding sources of drinking water and guiding implementation of NPDWRs with state and tribal partners.

You will advise senior leaders on scientific initiatives, build relationships with leading researchers, and help manage programs addressing health risks from