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Ecotoxicologist
RSK GroupNewcastle, England, United Kingdom
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About the role
The Vacancy
Enviresearch Ltd is seeking an Ecotoxicologist to join our specialist environmental team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ecotoxicologist with experience in environmental risk assessment to work on a diverse portfolio of regulatory projects, supporting the registration and risk assessment of plant protection products, biocides and other chemical substances across the UK and Europe. Whether you are an ambitious junior scientist ready to take the next step or an experienced ecotoxicologist looking for a new challenge, we would welcome your application.
About Us
Enviresearch is a leading scientific and regulatory consultancy providing expert risk assessment and regulatory support services to the global chemical industry. We have built a strong reputation for delivering innovative solutions in ecotoxicology, environmental fate modelling and regulatory science, helping clients navigate complex regulatory requirements across Europe.
Our collaborative team works on a wide range of challenging and technically interesting projects, providing scientific support from early-stage data evaluation through to regulatory submission and approval.
The Role
As an Ecotoxicologist, you will provide technical expertise to clients and colleagues across a variety of environmental risk assessment projects. Much of your work will focus on UK and EU plant protection product regulatory activities, although there will also be opportunities to support biocide and wider chemical regulatory programmes as well as engage in more fundamental scientific development projects relevant to chemical risk assessment.
Salary: £34,000 - £40,000 per annum
Location: North East, UK location (Hybrid Working)
Company: Enviresearch Ltd
Key responsibilities will include:
Enviresearch Ltd is seeking an Ecotoxicologist to join our specialist environmental team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ecotoxicologist with experience in environmental risk assessment to work on a diverse portfolio of regulatory projects, supporting the registration and risk assessment of plant protection products, biocides and other chemical substances across the UK and Europe. Whether you are an ambitious junior scientist ready to take the next step or an experienced ecotoxicologist looking for a new challenge, we would welcome your application.
About Us
Enviresearch is a leading scientific and regulatory consultancy providing expert risk assessment and regulatory support services to the global chemical industry. We have built a strong reputation for delivering innovative solutions in ecotoxicology, environmental fate modelling and regulatory science, helping clients navigate complex regulatory requirements across Europe.
Our collaborative team works on a wide range of challenging and technically interesting projects, providing scientific support from early-stage data evaluation through to regulatory submission and approval.
The Role
As an Ecotoxicologist, you will provide technical expertise to clients and colleagues across a variety of environmental risk assessment projects. Much of your work will focus on UK and EU plant protection product regulatory activities, although there will also be opportunities to support biocide and wider chemical regulatory programmes as well as engage in more fundamental scientific development projects relevant to chemical risk assessment.
Salary: £34,000 - £40,000 per annum
Location: North East, UK location (Hybrid Working)
Company: Enviresearch Ltd
Key responsibilities will include:
- Conducting ecotoxicological and environmental risk assessments.
Essential Requirements
- PhD (or equivalent experience) in an environmental science discipline such as biology, chemistry or related subject.
- Practical experience in ecotoxicology and assessing the effects of chemicals on wildlife.
- Experience conducting environmental or chemical risk assessments.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate and interpret scientific data.
- Experience producing clear, accurate and concise technical reports.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
- A collaborative approach while also being comfortable working independently.
- Regulatory risk assessment experience relating to plant protection products, biocides or industrial chemicals.
- Knowledge of UK and/or EU regulatory frameworks.
- Experience communicating technical information to clients, regulators or stakeholders.
- Experience with biopesticides.
- Statistical analysis, modelling or advanced data analysis skills.
- Environmental fate modelling experience.
- Business development or consultancy experience.
- Salary of £34,000 - £40,000 depending on skills and experience.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
- This is a hybrid role, primarily working from home with occasional office attendance in Newcastle, North East, UK. We welcome applications from anywhere in the UK, provided you are willing to commute to and attend the Newcastle office when required.
- Exposure to a wide variety of technically challenging and high-profile projects.
- Professional development within a highly respected regulatory consultancy.
- Opportunity to work alongside recognised experts in ecotoxicology and environmental risk assessment.
- This is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover).
- Hybrid working options are available.
- Candidates may be based anywhere in the UK.
- A driving licence is not required.
- Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Experience gained outside the UK is welcomed where candidates have relevant knowledge of UK and EU regulatory frameworks.
If you are passionate about environmental science and want to work on scientifically challenging projects that contribute to the safe and sustainable use of chemicals, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Enviresearch's team of regulatory and risk assessment specialists.
Enviresearch Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
The Company
RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to
fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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