Principal Epidemiologist
trc companiesDenver, CO
Principal Epidemiologist
L6
trc companiesDenver, CO9 days ago
Occupations
EpidemiologistsEnvironmental Scientists and Specialists, Including HealthOccupational Health and Safety SpecialistsIndustries
Other Scientific and Technical Consulting ServicesEnvironmental Consulting ServicesAdministration of Public Health ProgramsPrincipal EpidemiologistTRC's Strategic Health Sciences team is part of the Environmental Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHS) practice within TRC and is a leader in toxicology, exposure science, and risk assessment. The team is led by Dr. Dennis Paustenbach, a board-certified toxicologist and industrial hygienist with nearly 40 years of experience in risk assessment, environmental engineering, toxicology and occupational health. Dr. Paustenbach and his team provide expert witness testimony and analysis of the health effects of chemicals in sediments, air, soil, consumer products, foods, groundwater, and the workplace. We are seeking a Principal Epidemiologist who wishes to use scholarly approaches to answer complex exposure and health risk-related questions. Our vision is to engage with the most intellectually curious scientists to provide data-driven solutions to our clients. We approach each project in a collaborative, fast-paced environment to meet client needs. We are committed to maintaining an environment in which all of our team members feel respected and empowered to succeed. Our multidisciplinary expertise includes engineering, exposure science, industrial hygiene, toxicology, applied risk assessment, risk communication, regulatory engagement, and supply chain and product stewardship. Most projects encompass exposures to chemicals in the workplace, community, or via consumer products. There is a heavy emphasis on reading and writing in this position, and candidates who apply should have proficient writing skills for technical and lay audiences, as well as a desire to work in a writing-intensive environment.
Responsibilities:
Critically evaluate published scientific papers and reports in the environmental sciences, industrial hygiene, toxicology, epidemiology, and occupational medicine fields Perform qualitative and quantitative exposure and risk assessments for a variety of chemicals Serve as a testifying expert in toxic tort litigation Evaluate and retain information from legal documents, including deposition and trial testimony Lead the production of technical work products, presentations, and proposals Interact with clients on projects, both in-person and electronically Conduct research that may be presented at scientific conferences or submitted to scientific journals Candidate needs a high level of self-initiative
Qualifications:
Practical experience in the application of risk assessmentDABT certification (toxicologist) or 5+ years of experience in epidemiology Record of publishing scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals on topics related to toxicology, pharmacology, epidemiology, or environmental scienceMS or Doctoral degree in toxicology, pharmacology, epidemiology, (or related field), who has had some classroom experience of the following disciplines: Risk Assessment classes Exposure Assessment Industrial Hygiene Toxicology (several courses)Epidemiology Environmental Engineering Biostatistics Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a desire to work in a position with a heavy emphasis on both technical and lay writing Must be self-motivated, highly detail-oriented, adaptable, and effective with time management Aptitude for multi-tasking among various projects with competing and dynamic deadlines Ability to work well independently and in a team environment Current and future U.S. work authorization is required
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Level
LeadL6
Location
Denver, CO
Occupation
Epidemiologists
Industry
Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Posted
9 days ago
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