Senior Managing Regulatory Scientist (Ph.D. or M.S.)

Exponent•Sacramento, CA

1d•$174,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is seeking a Senior Managing Regulatory Scientist for its Chemical Regulation and Food Safety Practice, to be based in Sacramento, CA (other locations may be considered). This role involves providing a high level of project management and Federal and State regulatory and technical expertise. The position will focus on leading projects, identifying new clients, nurturing existing client relationships, and developing new business within the regulatory sector. The responsibilities include developing Federal and State pesticide registration strategies, identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships and projects, providing regulatory and technical review, synthesizing information for clients and regulators, conducting scientific peer reviews, and mentoring junior staff.

Requirements

Master's or Ph.D. degree in a science-related field
Ten (10) or more years of EPA FIFRA/FFDCA pesticide regulatory experience
Knowledge, solid understanding, and practical experience with U.S. EPA FIFRA/FFDCA regulations and State regulations for pesticides and chemicals
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
Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with project management, budget tracking, and invoicing
Entrepreneurial spirit

Responsibilities

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