Principal Technical Consultant, Environmental Toxicologist and Ecological Risk Assessor (Principal Level)

ERM • Dallas, TX

218d • Hybrid

About The Position

ERM is looking to hire an experienced Principal Technical Consultant, Environmental Toxicologist and Ecological Risk Assessor to join our growing Risk Assessment practice. The successful candidate will produce and direct expert ecological risk assessments with a focus on oil and gas exploration locations in Gulf Coast wetland habitats. Candidates will be considered for offices located in Baton Rouge, LA, New Orleans, LA, Houston, TX, Austin, TX or Dallas, TX, depending on the applicant's qualifications.

Requirements

• Master's Degree or Ph.D. in toxicology, environmental toxicology, chemistry, ecology, or related life science discipline.
• 6-8 years (10+ years preferred) of relevant experience; consulting experience preferred.
• Experience testifying as an expert witness is preferred.
• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.
• Excellent verbal, written, and personal communication skills.
• Strong quantitative skills and experience managing and analyzing large datasets using MS EXCEL.
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• Ability to succeed in consulting by working efficiently, handling multiple project assignments, maintaining flexibility, and meeting strict deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience testifying as an expert witness.

Responsibilities

• Write, manage, and produce ecological risk assessments.
• Design and implement biological field investigations.
• Manage, direct, and train junior environmental staff.
• Research toxicities and physical/chemical properties of oil and gas constituents and develop and implement site specific risk assessment methods.
• Write expert reports, design field investigation plans, write technical papers for clients, conduct large scale ecological risk assessments.
• Work collaboratively with other senior level staff to achieve client goals.
• Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.
• Provide support in ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Communicate daily with clients, regulatory agents, and subcontractors.

Benefits

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees