Exponent

Senior Managing Scientist (Regulatory)

Exponent$174K — $213K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. degree required; preferred M.S. or Ph.D. in a science-related field.
  • Over 10 years of EPA TSCA regulatory experience.
  • 10+ years in consulting or government regulatory roles.
  • Demonstrated success in generating business and securing new clients.
  • In-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance and risk assessment for product stewardship and sustainability.
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  • Strong communication skills for drafting and reviewing technical documents.

Responsibilities

  • Leverage expertise in product stewardship and sustainability for complex client challenges.
  • Develop clients through business development and marketing strategies.
  • Conduct regulatory compliance and risk assessments for various industries.
  • Maintain and grow client relationships through high-quality service.
  • Track and manage project deliverables, budgets, and invoices.
  • Provide regulatory and technical review for projects.
  • Mentor junior staff and support their professional development.

Benefits

  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace.
  • Programs and resources supporting health and well-being.
  • Flexible work schedule promoting work/life balance.
  • Collaborative and supportive office culture.
  • Career growth opportunities and recognition programs.
Full Job Description
Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Senior Managing Scientist for our Chemical Regulation and Food Safety Practice. Location is flexible. In this role, you will provide strategic regulatory expertise and oversight for complex client engagements. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, drive practice growth through business development and thought leadership, mentor and develop technical staff, and expand Exponent's presence in the regulatory, product stewardship, and sustainability marketplace.

You will be responsible for
  • Leveraging deep knowledge of product stewardship and sustainability to address a wide range of complex challenges across diverse client sectors, delivering scientifically rigorous and impactful solutions
  • Developing clients through business development and marketing efforts
  • Conducting regulatory compliance and risk assessments to support product stewardship and sustainability initiatives for clients across a variety of industries and product types
  • Maintaining and growing trusted relationships with existing clients by consistently delivering high-quality work, anticipating future needs, and serving as a strategic advisor
  • Managing and tracking client projects, project deliverables, invoices, and budgets
  • Providing regulatory and technical review and quality control support for projects
  • Synthesizing technical and regulatory information for clients and regulators
  • Providing scientific technical peer review
  • Mentoring junior staff
You will have the following skills and qualifications
  • B.S. degree is required. M.S. or Ph.D. degree in a science-related field is preferred
  • Ten (10) or more years of EPA TSCA regulatory experience. This position requires knowledge, solid understanding, and practical experience with U.S. EPA TSCA regulations for chemicals
  • Ten (10) or more years of consulting or government regulatory experience
  • Proven track record of business generation and attracting new and repeat clients or funding
  • Extensive background in regulatory compliance and risk assessment related to product stewardship and sustainability
  • Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing required
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to independently prepare, edit, and proofread technical and regulatory documents
  • Must be detail-oriented, able to work independently, and manage time effectively
  • Strong ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment
  • Experience with project management, budget tracking, and invoicing a plus
  • Exposure to sensitive information will necessitate considerable use of tact, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment

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].

Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponenthttps://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

We value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits, as well as compensation and recognition programs, empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Work Environment

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

Compensation

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 Manager level and above, total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

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

Salary RangeUSD $174,000.00 - USD $213,000.00 /Yr. Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on our Life @ Exponent page:https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Job LocationsUS-Washington, DC US-VA-Alexandria US-IL-Chicago US-IL-Warrenville US-NY-New York US-MA-Natick

About Exponent

Exponent is a multi-disciplinary engineering and scientific consulting firm that brings together more than 90 different disciplines to solve engineering, science, regulatory, and business issues facing our clients. The company has been providing solutions to complex problems for more than 50 years and has a reputation for technical expertise, objective analysis, and clear communication. Exponent's services include analysis and testing, engineering and design, human factors, environmental and health sciences, and regulatory consulting. The company serves clients in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, consumer products, energy, healthcare, and technology.
Learn more about Exponent
Size
1,215 employees
Market Cap
$5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$82.5 million
Founded
1967
5 Year Trend
+8.2%
Revenue
$399.9 million
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