Principal Regulatory Scientist

950+ Consultants

640+ Ph.D.s

90+ Disciplines

30+ Offices globally

We are currently seeking a Principal Regulatory Scientist for our Chemical Regulation and Food Safety Practice to be based in our Washington, DC office. Other locations may be considered. In this role you will work as part of a team providing a high level of project management and Federal and State regulatory and technical expertise. You will lead projects, identify new clients, build on relationships with existing clients, and develop new business in the regulatory space.

Providing Federal and State pesticide registration strategy and regulatory support

Identifying new clients and new business marketing opportunities in related fields

Developing clients through business development and marketing efforts

Client management and project work; interacting directly with clients and regulators

Managing and tracking client projects, project deliverables, invoices, and budgets

Providing regulatory and technical review and quality control support for Federal and State pesticide related projects

Synthesizing technical and regulatory information for clients and regulators

Providing scientific technical peer review

Mentoring junior staff

Masters or Ph.D. degree in a science-related field

Ten (10) or more years of EPA FIFRA/FFDCA pesticide regulatory experience. This position requires knowledge, solid understanding, and practical experience with U.S. EPA FIFRA/FFDCA regulations and State regulations for pesticides and chemicals

Ten (10) or more years of consulting experience

Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to independently prepare, edit, and proofread technical and regulatory documents

Must be detail-oriented, able to work independently, and manage time effectively

Strong ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment

Experience with project management, budget tracking, and invoicing a plus

Exposure to sensitive information will necessitate considerable use of tact, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment

Entrepreneurial spirit is a plus

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) 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

We value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives 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 depending 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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