We are currently seeking a Regulatory Scientist for our Chemical Regulation & Food Safety Practice to be based in the Washington, DC office. In this role you will work as part of a team to provide a high level of project management, technical assistance, and FIFRA regulatory and registration with the consultants in the Center for Chemical Regulation and Food Safety.

• Coordinating and tracking client projects, project deliverables, and budgets with project team
• Interacting with internal project staff to discuss client projects, tasks, and deliverables
• Interacting and communicating with clients on updates and progress of work
• Supporting interactions with EPA and state regulators as needed
• Gaining a strong understanding of FIFRA regulatory policy
• Preparing and submitting Federal and State registration applications
• Providing regulatory and technical review and quality control support for FIFRA and related projects

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a science-related field
• This is an on-site position. Candidates must be currently based or willing to relocate to or near the Washington, DC area
• Experience with state and/or federal pesticide regulations a plus
• Experience in a scientific and/or research environment a plus
• 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 with project management, budget tracking, and invoicing a plus
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat required, experience with MS Project a plus
• Exposure to sensitive information will necessitate considerable use of tact, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment
• Entrepreneurial spirit is a plus
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States.  No immigration sponsorship or processing required. 

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].

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 for​ building 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

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: 

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