Environmental Chemistry and Chemical Forensics Consulting Scientist (Ph.D.)

950+ Consultants

640+ Ph.D.s

90+ Disciplines

30+ Offices globally

We are currently seeking Environmental Chemistry and Chemical Forensics Scientists for our Environmental and Earth Sciences Practice in Burlington, MA . In this role, you will work as part of a team to provide technical analysis on existing projects and business development efforts.

Providing support to clients and to your team in Exponent’s Environmental and Earth Sciences Practice, with a focus on environmental chemistry data analysis and chemical fingerprinting to identify sources of chemicals in soil, sediment, groundwater, and air

Supporting multidisciplinary project teams on exciting and challenging projects that construct history of industrial operations and contaminant releases to identify liabilities among responsible parties

Investing in your professional development by: Attending conference presentations and participating in journal publications Expanding your professional visibility Developing client relationships

Attending conference presentations and participating in journal publications

Expanding your professional visibility

Developing client relationships

Ph.D. in Civil, Environmental, or Geologic Engineering, Environmental/Earth Science, Environmental Chemistry, or a related discipline

Three to five (3-5) years of environmental litigation support experience with a consulting company in the United States is required

Familiarity with environmental chemistry, contaminant fate and transport, PFAS, chlorinated solvents, PCBs, among other organic and inorganic compounds; apportionment and allocation of response costs is a plus

Strong interest in career and professional development within a dynamic consulting environment

Excellent communication, organization, and writing skills

Detail-oriented, able to work independently, and manage time effectively

Strong ability to prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines

Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for​ building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Manager level and above total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

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