Ecotoxicology Scientist

About Us

At EA, you'll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

As an ecotoxicology laboratory scientist, you'll apply your scientific expertise to investigate how environmental contaminants affect aquatic organisms and ecosystems. This position is part of EA's ecotoxicology laboratory and offers hands‑on opportunities to conduct toxicity testing of sediment and effluent samples, generate high‑quality data, and contribute to real‑world environmental decision‑making.

• Lead and execute sediment ecotoxicology testing within the laboratory.
• Manage projects, including planning, coordinating, and tracking sediment testing activities.
• Train and support technicians working on sediment ecotoxicology testing.
• Review and manage laboratory data, including raw data review, data scanning, and statistical analysis.
• Contribute to the preparation and review of technical reports as time permits.

• Master's degree in Ecotoxicology or a related field preferred; candidates with a Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant experience working in an ecotoxicology laboratory will also be considered.
• Previous experience conducting and evaluating aquatic toxicity testing and data is required.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high‑quality, accurate work.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Note:
  
  This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer.

Applications should represent your own work and experience. AI generated resumes will not be considered.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants who require sponsorship at any point will not be considered.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

$60,000 — $70,000 USD

The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.

At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team‑centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.

EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work‑life balance including flexible schedules. We have a tremendous base of positive client relationships that has resulted in a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for growth. We offer paid volunteer time, tuition reimbursement, knowledge sharing, industry advancement, professional associations, and industry conferences. EA is proud to offer a fantastic benefits package that includes the following:

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid‑time‑off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
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