Project Scientist - Human Health Risk Assessor

EHS Support; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Vacation Policy

Health Benefits (medical, dental, vis

401k w/matching options

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Sick Time

Bonus Opportunities

Job summary

EHS Support is seeking a Project Scientist – Human Health Risk Assessor to provide expertise on the Sediment and Risk Assessment service line. You will lead health risk assessments, develop exposure models, and mentor a team of scientists and engineers while managing client relationships and project delivery.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of consulting experience, strong leadership, and a background in regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of consulting experience with a track record of successful project outcomes.
• Proven leadership and staff development capabilities.
• Experience in business development and building client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-specific human health risk assessments for remedial investigations under CERCLA, RCRA, and other regulations.
• Develop site exposure models and identify receptors and exposure pathways.
• Support remedial decisions and assess justice of alternatives.
• Mentor junior staff and oversee multiple projects within budget.
• Engage with clients, regulators, and project teams to advance solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical ability

Mentoring

Project management

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in biology/biochemistry/chemistry/toxicology/environmental science

Job description

EHS Support is a specialty environmental consulting firm that provides solutions to complex environmental, health, and safety challenges across a range of market sectors and industries. With experts located throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and South Africa, we form long‑lasting partnerships with our clients through a culture of excellence, innovation, work ethic, and integrity. We focus on hiring and retaining talented, motivated people who enjoy collaborating with and delivering value to our clients. Our team does more than identify problems— we provide solutions.

Job Overview

This Project Scientist – Human Health Risk Assessor opportunity is for a flexible and self-motivated individual that is willing to learn and grow as part of a team while providing human health risk assessment expertise to projects at EHS Support. As a Project Scientist – Human Health Risk Assessor on the Sediment and Risk Assessment (SRA) service line, you will be joining a high-performance team of risk assessors, toxicologists, ecologists, scientists, and engineers that is focused on providing high-quality technical and strategic solutions to a variety of clients. Your primary responsibilities in the Project Scientist – Human Health Risk Assessor position will include leading human health risk assessments for routine and complex scenarios under federal, state and international programs. You will also be responsible for managing a team of talented professionals, cultivating client relationships, and providing mentorship to junior staff members.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of site-specific human health risk assessments conducted as part of remedial investigations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements under CERCLA, RCRA, state or international regulatory programs.
• Develop site-specific conceptual exposure models to characterize constituent fate and transport dynamics and identify human health receptors and exposure pathways.
• Support remedial decision-making based on site conceptualization and project findings to derive remedial goals and assess protectiveness of remedial alternatives.
• Advocate for technical findings and conclusions of investigations and negotiate with state and federal regulators to select novel solutions to support client needs.
• Design and implement multimedia and multidisciplinary investigations to support human health risk assessments and vapor intrusion evaluations.
• Assist in the preparation and review of toxicological profiles developed using USEPA and ATSDR guidance and databases and risk dossiers developed using OECD and REACH guidance and databases compatible with Australian Department of the Environment and Energy (DoEE) requirements.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, advancements, and emerging issues related to your core discipline. Participate in technical conferences or work groups to advance novel approaches and maintain a contemporary approach to consultancy.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and successful completion within budget constraints.
• Collaborate with clients and project team members in the development of allocation and litigation (both defense and plaintiff) strategies.
• Support business development initiatives identified by senior leadership, including identification of growth opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Review and interpret relevant regulations and guidance documents related to human health risk assessments within the U.S., Canada, UK, and Australia.
• Implement and uphold rigorous quality assurance processes to maintain the highest standards in human health risk assessment methodologies and reporting.
• Travel as needed, based on client and project needs (e.g., site visits, agency meetings).

Specific Experience And Skills

• 8 + years of experience in consulting, with a strong track record of successful project outcomes and management.
• Proven leadership and management skills, with experience in mentoring and developing staff.
• Experience in business development building strong client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory frameworks and environmental laws.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

Education and Licenses

• Master's or Ph.D. in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, toxicology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field.

Benefits

• Generous Vacation Policy
• Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401k w/matching options
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Sick Time
• Bonus Opportunities

Our Principles

• Strive for excellence, always
• Be open, honest, and direct
• Assume good intentions
• Trust coworkers, leadership, and clients
• Listen to learn
• Be accountable for our work
• Foster teamwork
• Demonstrate integrity
• Take pride in one’s work
• Live your personal values
• Provide a safe and health work environment that promotes wellness
• Have fun!

EHS Support is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.