Toxicologist 2 (Full-Time)

Oak Ridge Associated Universities • Oak Ridge, TN

258d • $71,552 - $99,529

About The Position

The Toxicology Research Scientist position is a Full-Time Regular (FTR) role located in Oak Ridge, TN, requiring on-site presence. This position is contingent upon contract award and offers a salary range of $71,552 - $99,529. The primary focus of this role is to conduct complex research and provide technical support on occupational and environmental worker health projects for the Department of Energy (DOE) and other federal customers. Responsibilities include performing human health risk assessments, evaluating exposures to toxic substances, and collaborating with project team members to interpret research findings. The role also involves moderately complex data analysis, project initiation, and research development.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of job-related experience; Master's and 0-2+ years preferred.
• Significant experience in environment, safety, and health operations with emphasis on toxic substance exposures.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting environmental and occupational health data.
• Ability to evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements and manage data.
• Proven ability to draw conclusions, make recommendations, write reports, and present to clients.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental health; ability to gather relevant data for studies.
• Ability to analyze and interpret moderately complex data.
• Knowledgeable in toxicology research and practice.
• Established track record of independent and/or collaborative work.
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• DOE work experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and health risk assessments related to chemical, physical, and biological agents in the occupational environment.
• Evaluate human exposure parameters, environmental contamination levels, and engineering controls.
• Draft technical reports related to environmental and occupational exposures to toxic substances.
• Acquire, analyze, and interpret quantitative and/or qualitative data.
• Report data and conclusions to external and internal audiences through peer-reviewed documents.
• Determine and implement analytic approaches and statistical models.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Work collaboratively to assess occupational exposure data and information.
• Participate in DOE site visits to collect data and information related to occupational exposures to toxic substances.

Benefits

• Group Health insurance including Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision.
• Retirement plan contribution matching.
• Disability insurance.
• Group life insurance.
• Travel Accident Insurance.
• Section 125 reimbursement accounts.
• Other voluntary employee paid benefit and insurance offerings.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Paid Holidays.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Occupational Health and Wellness Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree