Health Scientist - CTEH_R1627-3762 - Montrose Environmental Group Inc.
Little Rock, AR
About the Job
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A Health Scientist works directly with CTEH's Toxicology & Health
Sciences Staff in the interdisciplinary areas of Toxicology, Human
Health and Ecological Risk Assessment, Industrial Hygiene, and Emergency
Response. Daily job tasks may include field-based environmental sampling
tasks, mathematical exposure calculations, and providing written
critiques of materials for litigation-related matters. The preferred
candidate will have at least a bachelor's degree in a health
science-related field (Biology, Toxicology, Environmental Science,
Public Health, etc.), strong writing skills, and attention to details.
In this career track position, the Health Scientist will receive
significant mentoring and first-hand experience, along with
opportunities to pursue professional certifications. Health Scientist
position levels range from Assistant (entry level) to Senior
(advanced/terminal degrees). Incumbents enter the career track at a
level appropriate to their education, experience, certifications, and
skills with the ability to gain vertical career growth through training,
gained experience and prescribed benchmarks.
Vaccination against Covid-19 is strongly preferred. All employees will
be subject to policies and procedures of the Company that may be
dependent on vaccination status.
Job Type: Full-time
BENEFITS
Health Insurance with PPO/HDP options
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (with PPO)
Health Savings Account (with HDP)
Life Insurance/AD&D Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
401-K Retirement Savings Plan
Short Term Incentive Pay
Annual Incentive Compensation Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE OF WORK
- Compiles, critically reviews, and abstracts scientific/technical
literature, depositions, and court related documents as assigned
- Provides data management and case evaluation support to project
managers, toxicologists and others as requested
- Assesses, Organizes, and compiles incoming data into a database
system for expert reports and tables
- Conducts evaluations of the physical, chemical, and toxicological
properties of chemical substances under the direction of
toxicologists
- Assists in the preparation of reports and/or client deliverables
- Assesses risk of chemicals of concern in accordance with criteria
and agency screening standards under the direction of toxicologists
- Maintains records and prepares reports/correspondences related to
the project
- Performs other duties as assigned
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree (required) in Public Health or Biology, Chemistry
or other related science for entry level positions
- Advanced degrees and certifications with commensurate experience
(desirable)
- Proficient in a Windows-based computer platform (required)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Access
and Excel to include graphs and pivot tables (required)
- Familiarity with data visualization software, such as Tableau
(required)
- Prefer familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server
- Competency with Microsoft SharePoint (preferred)
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
within a matrix reporting structure
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet conflicting deadlines
- Possesses excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with
careful attention to detail being critical
- Possesses a high degree of personal initiative and responsibility
for work assigned
- Ability to understand and follow wri ten and verbal directions
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills in
the English language
- Ability to work overtime and on weekends upon demands of project
deadlines
- Possess a current, valid, unrestricted driver's license
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described below are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sitting, standing, and walking
Infrequently lifting to 25 pounds
Infrequent overhead lifting of up to 10 pounds
Bending, climbing and stooping
Long hours involving overtime and weekends as necessary
Keyboarding/typing
Ability to
information, please see: https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov/jobs/3841599
A Health Scientist works directly with CTEH's Toxicology & Health
Sciences Staff in the interdisciplinary areas of Toxicology, Human
Health and Ecological Risk Assessment, Industrial Hygiene, and Emergency
Response. Daily job tasks may include field-based environmental sampling
tasks, mathematical exposure calculations, and providing written
critiques of materials for litigation-related matters. The preferred
candidate will have at least a bachelor's degree in a health
science-related field (Biology, Toxicology, Environmental Science,
Public Health, etc.), strong writing skills, and attention to details.
In this career track position, the Health Scientist will receive
significant mentoring and first-hand experience, along with
opportunities to pursue professional certifications. Health Scientist
position levels range from Assistant (entry level) to Senior
(advanced/terminal degrees). Incumbents enter the career track at a
level appropriate to their education, experience, certifications, and
skills with the ability to gain vertical career growth through training,
gained experience and prescribed benchmarks.
Vaccination against Covid-19 is strongly preferred. All employees will
be subject to policies and procedures of the Company that may be
dependent on vaccination status.
Job Type: Full-time
BENEFITS
Health Insurance with PPO/HDP options
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (with PPO)
Health Savings Account (with HDP)
Life Insurance/AD&D Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
401-K Retirement Savings Plan
Short Term Incentive Pay
Annual Incentive Compensation Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE OF WORK
- Compiles, critically reviews, and abstracts scientific/technical
literature, depositions, and court related documents as assigned
- Provides data management and case evaluation support to project
managers, toxicologists and others as requested
- Assesses, Organizes, and compiles incoming data into a database
system for expert reports and tables
- Conducts evaluations of the physical, chemical, and toxicological
properties of chemical substances under the direction of
toxicologists
- Assists in the preparation of reports and/or client deliverables
- Assesses risk of chemicals of concern in accordance with criteria
and agency screening standards under the direction of toxicologists
- Maintains records and prepares reports/correspondences related to
the project
- Performs other duties as assigned
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree (required) in Public Health or Biology, Chemistry
or other related science for entry level positions
- Advanced degrees and certifications with commensurate experience
(desirable)
- Proficient in a Windows-based computer platform (required)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Access
and Excel to include graphs and pivot tables (required)
- Familiarity with data visualization software, such as Tableau
(required)
- Prefer familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server
- Competency with Microsoft SharePoint (preferred)
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
within a matrix reporting structure
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet conflicting deadlines
- Possesses excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with
careful attention to detail being critical
- Possesses a high degree of personal initiative and responsibility
for work assigned
- Ability to understand and follow wri ten and verbal directions
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills in
the English language
- Ability to work overtime and on weekends upon demands of project
deadlines
- Possess a current, valid, unrestricted driver's license
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described below are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sitting, standing, and walking
Infrequently lifting to 25 pounds
Infrequent overhead lifting of up to 10 pounds
Bending, climbing and stooping
Long hours involving overtime and weekends as necessary
Keyboarding/typing
Ability to
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