Senior Toxicologist (Atlanta Client Site)

ICF Olson; United States; On-site; USD 67,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF Olson seeks a Senior Toxicologist to support the SPHERE team on environmental health and toxicology projects for the CDC and ATSDR. The role focuses on applying toxicology and risk assessment to evaluate health risks from hazardous chemicals and to aid health assessments and data reviews.

On-site work at the CDC Chamblee Campus in Atlanta, GA is required. The candidate provides expert QA/QC of data, technical recommendations, and participates in site visits and public meetings to support

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in toxicology with at least 2 years of relevant environmental health toxicology work experience.
• Master’s degree in toxicology or related field with at least 6 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply toxicology, risk assessment, clinical and occupational toxicology principles to evaluate public health implications of exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Assess metabolic pathway interactions of metals, solvents, vapors, radiation, pesticides and organic contaminants.
• Support analysis of toxicological/environmental data from hazardous waste sites.
• Evaluate data for quality assurance/quality control and relevance.
• Provide expert assessments and recommendations on health risk impacts for public health actions and consultations.
• Assist in developing health assessments and participating in site visits and public meetings.

Skills

Toxicology

Risk assessment

Public health

Data quality

Technical writing

Education

Ph.D. in toxicology

M.S. in toxicology

Job description

Senior Toxicologist

ICF seeks a Senior Toxicologist to join our Survey, Policy, Health, Environment, Regulation, and Economics (SPHERE) team. This position will support environmental health and toxicology at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) with a focus on applying toxicology and risk assessment principles to evaluate health risks from hazardous chemicals, analyzing metabolic interactions of various contaminants, and supporting the review of toxicological and environmental data from hazardous waste sites. The successful candidate will ensure data quality, provide expert assessments and recommendations on public health impacts, aid in the development of health assessments, and participate in site visits and public meetings to offer technical assistance. This full‑time position is for a candidate to be located on‑site at the CDC's Chamblee Campus in Atlanta, GA.

What you'll do

• Apply the principles of toxicology, risk assessment, clinical toxicology, occupational toxicology, and risk communication to assess the public health implications resulting from human exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Assess the metabolic pathway interactions of metals, solvents and vapors, radiation and radioactive materials, pesticides, and other organic contaminants.
• Support the analysis of toxicological/environmental data associated with hazardous waste sites.
• Evaluate toxicological/environmental data for quality assurance/quality control, completeness, and relevance.
• Provide expertise to assess site-specific public health impacts of identified hazardous substances and to develop appropriate responses for health consultations requested by Federal, state and local agencies, and the public.
• Provide technical assistance and appropriate recommendations regarding potential human health impacts resulting from exposure or potential exposure to hazardous substances.
• Assist with the development of public health assessments health assessments.
• Attend technical assistance site visits and public meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in toxicology, or related subject with at least 2 years of professional experience related to environmental health toxicology.
• Or Master’s degree in toxicology, environmental science, or related subject with at least 6 years of professional experience related to environmental health toxicology.
• Minimum 1 year experience evaluating potential human health effects from exposures at contaminated sites (e.g., Superfund, CERCLA, or RCRA sites) or other chemical‑specific environmental exposures.
• U.S. Citizenship is required per Federal contract.
• Ability to obtain Federal government security clearance.
• Ability to travel for approved site visits, public meetings, or other project needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with CDC, ATSDR, EPA, other federal agencies, or related public health entities.
• Working knowledge of ATSDR public health assessment processes and exposure pathway terminology.
• Experience using ATSDR Toxicological Profiles and other authoritative sources to evaluate the health effects of hazardous substances, examining toxicological evidence and applying health guidelines such as ATSDR Minimal Risk Levels (MRLs) to understand potential adverse outcomes from environmental exposures.
• Experience translating toxicology evidence into site-specific public health conclusions, evaluating environmental and exposure data, identifying data gaps and uncertainties, assessing the significance of exposure pathways, and developing scientifically supported recommendations for public health assessments and health consultations.

Professional skills we are looking for

• Highly organized, detail-oriented team member who can manage multiple priorities and produce accurate, timely, and defensible work products.
• Collaborative approach and ability to integrate input from multiple scientific disciplines and stakeholders.
• Strong scientific writing, critical thinking, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex findings to clients, partner agencies, communities, and the public.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong quantitative skills and experience with dose-response analysis.

Location & Contract

Full‑time position located on‑site at the CDC's Chamblee Campus in Atlanta, GA.

EEO and Diversity Policy

We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is not permitted. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full‑time employment is: $67,355.00 - $114,503.00 Georgia Client Office (GA88). Need help? We're here: [e-mail]