Senior Scientist (Regulatory)

Senior Scientist (Regulatory)ID2026-2555LocationUS-Washington, DCPracticeChemical Regulation and Food SafetyPosition TypeFull-timePosted Salary RangeUSD $113,000.00 - USD $138,000.00 /Yr.About ExponentExponentis the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients' most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you'll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team! Key statistics: * 950+ Consultants * 640+ Ph.D.s * 90+ Disciplines * 30+ Offices globally Our OpportunityWe are currently seeking a Senior Scientist for our Chemical Regulation & Food Safety Practice in the Washington, DC office. In this role you will work as part of a team to provide a high level of project management, FIFRA regulatory and technical assistance, and program support to the consultants in the Center for Chemical Regulation and Food Safety. You will be responsible for * Managing and tracking client projects, project deliverables and budgets * Collaborating with internal project teams to discuss client projects, tasks, deliverables, and budgets * Interacting with clients as well as EPA and State regulators * Build upon your understanding of chemical regulatory policies, including TSCA, and apply regulatory insights to complex client challenges * Demonstrated experience supporting product stewardship initiatives and applying product stewardship concepts to real-world industry challenges * Preparing and submitting regulatory approval documents * Providing regulatory and technical review and quality control support for TSCA and product stewardship projectsYou will have the following skills and qualifications * B.S. degree is required. M.S. or Ph.D. in a Science related field is preferred. * Experience with TSCA and other environmental regulations * Three (3) years of consulting or government regulatory experience * Must be detail oriented, able to work independently, and manage time effectively * Excellent communication, writing, editing and proofreading skills * Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment * Strong ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines * Experience using AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, with an understanding of their capabilities, limitations, and appropriate applications. * Strong working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat required * Exposure to sensitive information will necessitate considerable use of tact, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment * Experience with project management, budget tracking, and invoicing a plus * Strong commitment to professional development * Entrepreneurial spirit is a plus Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page]. Life @ ExponentTo learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links: https://www.exponent.com/