Senior Scientist - Ecotoxicology in Nottingham

Senior Scientist – Ecotoxicology

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About Exponent

Exponent is a leading engineering and scientific consulting firm with expertise in environmental safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.

Key statistics:

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ PhDs
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

Opportunity

We are seeking an Ecotoxicologist to join our Chemical Regulation and Food Safety Practice in multiple offices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental risk assessments for plant protection products per EU Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009.
• Provide expert advice to clients on ecotoxicology and environmental risk issues.
• Synthesise and interpret study reports and literature, drawing sound scientific and regulatory conclusions.
• Perform data gap analysis and develop testing strategies and monitoring ecotoxicology studies.
• Communicate recommendations to multidisciplinary project teams, delivering high‑level strategic advice and high‑quality outputs.

Skills & Qualifications

• MSc. degree or equivalent in biology, environmental science, or related discipline.
• Experience completing environmental risk assessments under EU plant protection product legislation (Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong team‑working, judgement, and decision‑making ability.
• Good numeracy skills.

Job Locations

• UK – Harrogate (North Yorkshire)
• UK – Nottingham
• UK – London
• UK – Dublin
• DE – Mannheim
• CH – Basel

Exponent is an equal opportunity employer. If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.