We are seeking an experienced consultant for a Principal Scientist position in our Ecological & Biological SciencesPractice in our Philadelphia, PA office. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide strategic leadership and expert guidance on areas including complex environmental projects, such as sustainability initiatives, environmental permitting, biodiversity, and natural resource damage assessment. As a Principal Scientist, you will lead high-profile projects, cultivate relationships with existing clients, identify new business opportunities, and contribute to the growth of our Ecological & Biological Sciences Practice.

• Leveraging deep knowledge in ecological and environmental sciences to address a wide range of environmental challenges across diverse client sectors, delivering scientifically rigorous and impactful solutions.

• Identifying, pursuing, and securing new client engagements by understanding emerging needs and building long-term partnerships.

• Maintaining and growing trusted relationships with existing clients by consistently delivering high-quality work, anticipating future needs, and serving as a strategic advisor.

• Building, managing, and empowering multidisciplinary teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and scientific integrity.

• Providing guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities to technical staff, supporting their growth into future leaders and experts.

• Ensuring successful project execution through effective planning, resource allocation, and budget management, while maintaining high standards of quality and timeliness.

• Offer high-level scientific and strategic advice to both internal stakeholders and external clients, contributing to the firm27s thought leadership and client impact.

• Enhance the firm27s visibility and credibility by publishing in peer-reviewed journals, presenting at industry conferences, leading seminars, and participating in expert advisory or technical committees.

• PhD in Ecology, Biology, Ecotoxicology, Environmental Sciences or a related scientific field

• Minimum of 10 years of consulting experience in the ecological or environmental sciences space

• Proven track record of business generation and attracting new and repeat clients or funding

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed recommendations in your scientific field

• Outstanding reputation among clients and the scientific community for integrity, responsiveness, and technical expertise

• Adept people management abilities coupled with extensive experience in successfully overseeing and executing complex projects

• Strong commitment to professional development

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and forbuilding a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

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https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent