Postdoctoral Associate in Human Health and Ecological Regulatory Risk Assessment
University of Florida•Gainesville, FL
About The Position
The Risk Assessment Core is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher for a two-year position focused on human health and ecological regulatory risk assessment. This role offers an exceptional career trajectory for individuals aiming for long-term professional placement in the regulatory or risk assessment sectors. Working closely with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Florida Department of Health, the successful candidate will provide critical technical and scientific support.
Requirements
- PhD in biology, toxicology, or related field
- Interest in a career in environmental risk assessment
- Excellent oral communication skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects efficiently
Nice To Haves
- Prior experiential background in risk assessment
- A foundational background in regulatory risk assessment
- Ability to draft publication-ready manuscripts with minimal editorial oversight
- Familiarity with the concepts of Bayesian benchmark dose (BMD) modeling
Responsibilities
- Evaluating the technical validity of existing risk assessments
- Deriving health-based target levels for soil, groundwater, and food
- Leading training initiatives for agency personnel
Benefits
- Health Assessment Required: Yes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
