Remote Toxicology Risk Assessment Specialist

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Michigan seeks a Toxicologist Specialist in Risk Assessment to oversee the Human Risk Assessment specialty within the Toxicology and Assessment Section in Lansing. You will develop novel approaches to assess emerging chemical threats and advise agencies statewide on human health risk and risk communication.

Responsibilities include analyzing risk assessment methods, guiding policy development, and coordinating with public health officials, academia, and industry to ensure protective

Qualifications

• Possession of a master's degree in toxicology.
• Four years of professional experience equivalent to a Toxicologist, including two years equivalent to a Toxicologist P11 or one year equivalent to a Toxicologist 12.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Human Risk Assessment specialty area within the Toxicology and Assessment Section.
• Provide toxicological expertise to federal, state, and local agencies statewide on risk assessment and health topics.
• Develop novel risk assessment approaches and review methodologies to protect public health in Michigan.
• Interact with other agencies and experts to assess threats and communicate science-based recommendations.

Skills

Risk assessment expertise

Toxicology specialization

Analytical reasoning

Education

Master's degree in toxicology

PhD in toxicology

Job description

The State of Michigan seeks a Toxicologist Specialist in Risk Assessment to oversee the Human Risk Assessment specialty within the Toxicology and Assessment Section in Lansing. You will develop novel approaches to assess emerging chemical threats and advise agencies statewide on human health risk and risk communication.

Responsibilities include analyzing risk assessment methods, guiding policy development, and coordinating with public health officials, academia, and industry to ensure protective