Principal Ecotoxicologist

Blue Ridge Life Sciences delivers precise, integrated solutions to the most complex global health and environmental challenges, using evidence-based science and rigorous analysis, guided by world-class experts. Through this work, we safeguard the health of our world and advance the products that improve it.

Tox Strategies, a Blue Ridge Life Sciences Company, is seeking a principal ecotoxicologist or ecological risk assessor to join our expanding Health and Exposure Sciences practice. At Tox Strategies, our teams work on some of the hardest, most complex problems regarding environmental health risk. We firmly believe that our people constitute our most valuable asset, and as such, we invest considerable effort in fostering a collaborative culture and collegial work environment.

Our staff members pursue technical and professional excellence while maintaining a work/life balance. Tox Strategies supports on-site, hybrid, and remote work. Our leadership team, renowned for their extensive knowledge and experience, guides a technical staff of highly educated and credentialed experts who are passionately dedicated to advancing science.

• Ecotoxicology Assessments:
  Conduct ecotoxicological evaluations to assess the impact of chemicals on ecosystems, wildlife, and non-target organisms in various environments (e.g., aquatic, terrestrial).
• Data Analysis and Modeling:
  Analyze and synthesize technical information and data, using statistical methods, modeling, and software tools to assess and predict environmental risk.
• Manage a portfolio of clients across various industries, such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, manufacturing, and government agencies.
• Directly engage with clients to develop strategic scopes of work for addressing environmental and ecological risk challenges and present project team’s findings.
• Provide scientific support for clients navigating global regulatory frameworks and risk assessment processes related to chemical exposures, and environmental and ecological impacts.
• Develop new client relationships and expand existing relationships.
  Supervise and mentor early career ecotoxicologists and environmental scientists.
• Develop and maintain professional status by authoring peer-reviewed publications, and participation in technical conferences and activities of professional societies

The position may either be on-site based in our Asheville, North Carolina office or remote. Global applicants are welcomed to apply.

We will be conducting on-site interviews at the upcoming SETAC North America meeting.

• Educational Background:
  • M.S. in Ecotoxicology, Freshwater Ecology, Wildlife Ecology, Applied Ecology, Environmental Science, Marine Sciences, Environmental Engineering or related field
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in ecotoxicology or environmental toxicology outside of the degree program, with an interest in applying this knowledge to assess risks to ecosystems and human health.
  • Experience in managing early career technical staff as a direct supervisor
  • Experience mentoring junior staff without formal authority
• Skills:
  • Recognized subject matter expert in ecotoxicology, ecological risk assessment or environmental impacts
  • Data analysis and proficiency in using statistical software or programming tools (e.g., R, Excel, SAS).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical writing, reporting, and presentations.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Strong business development skills.
• Travel:
  Ability to travel (up to 10%) for site visits, or client meetings, as needed.

• Ph.D. in a relevant degree program
• Experience with global regulatory frameworks relevant to the role
• Experience in a professional consulting services firm is highly preferred