Toxicologist

CSS is seeking a Toxicologist to join our team!

Responsibilities include:

• Review and evaluation of published and unpublished data on pesticides and other chemicals of environmental concern for compliance with Federal regulations, including data requirements for pesticides under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act.


• Review of toxicology studies on pesticides and other chemicals of environmental concern.


• Preparation of reports summarizing results from various EPA Test Guideline and non-Guideline studies, and peer-reviewed journal articles, on conventional, biochemical, or microbial pesticides, and assessment of study adequacy and the impact of the study findings on pesticide registrations.


• Review of toxicological data and assessment of lowest-adverse effect levels (LOAELs) and no-adverse effect levels (NOAELs).


• Statistical analysis of toxicology data.


• Data audits and quality assurance reviews of reports prepared by other scientists.


• Use of toxicology and exposure data in the development of risk assessments.

Qualifications:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in toxicology, pharmacology, chemistry or related life science, with 3‑5 years of relevant experience.


• A thorough understanding of experimental design and analysis, including experience in the statistical evaluation of experimental data;


• Understanding of toxicology principles;


• Good organizational skills;


• Excellent oral and written communication skills;


• Experience in the preparation and editing of technical reports in clear, standard English; and


• Proficiency in the use of MS-Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access).

At CSS, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and merit-based workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, ensuring that hiring and employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, and performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.