Principal Technical Consultant, Environmental Toxicologist and Ecological Risk Assessor (Principal L
- Environmental Resources Management Southwest, Inc.
- Metairie, Louisiana
- Full Time
Location: Metairie, US-LA
Rate: Not Specified
Type: Permanent
Principal Technical Consultant, Environmental Toxicologist and Ecological Risk Assessor (Principal L
ERM is looking to hire an experienced Principal Technical Consultant, Environmental Toxicologist and Ecological Risk Assessor to join our growing Risk Assessment practice. The successful candidate will produce and direct expert ecological risk assessments with a focus on oil and gas exploration locations in Gulf Coast wetland habitats.
Candidates will be considered for offices located in Baton Rouge, LA, New Orleans, LA, Houston, TX, Austin, TX or Dallas, TX, depending on the applicant's qualifications.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Write, manage, and produce ecological risk assessments.
* Design and implement biological field investigations.
* Manage, direct, and train junior environmental staff.
* Research toxicities and physical/chemical properties of oil and gas constituents and develop and implement site specific risk assessment methods.
* Write expert reports, design field investigation plans, write technical papers for clients, conduct large scale ecological risk assessments.
* Work collaboratively with other senior level staff to achieve client goals.
* Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.
* Provide support in ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
* Communicate daily with clients, regulatory agents, and subcontractors.
REQUIREMENTS:
* Master's Degree or Ph.D.
in toxicology, environmental toxicology, chemistry, ecology, or related life science discipline.
* 6-8 years (10+ years preferred) of relevant experience; consulting experience preferred.
* Experience testifying as an expert witness is preferred.
* Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.
* Excellent verbal, written, and personal communication skills.
* Strong quantitative skills and experience managing and analyzing large datasets using MS EXCEL.
* Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
* Ability to succeed in consulting by working efficiently, handling multiple project assignments, maintaining flexibility, and meeting strict deadlines.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career.
We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients.
Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their or...
Rate: Not Specified
Location: Metairie, US-LA
Type: Permanent
Industry: Science
Recruiter: Environmental Resources Management Southwest, Inc.
Contact: Not Specified
Email: to view click here
Reference: R00026905
Posted: 2025-05-20 08:57:45 -
Rate: Not Specified
Type: Permanent
Principal Technical Consultant, Environmental Toxicologist and Ecological Risk Assessor (Principal L
ERM is looking to hire an experienced Principal Technical Consultant, Environmental Toxicologist and Ecological Risk Assessor to join our growing Risk Assessment practice. The successful candidate will produce and direct expert ecological risk assessments with a focus on oil and gas exploration locations in Gulf Coast wetland habitats.
Candidates will be considered for offices located in Baton Rouge, LA, New Orleans, LA, Houston, TX, Austin, TX or Dallas, TX, depending on the applicant's qualifications.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Write, manage, and produce ecological risk assessments.
* Design and implement biological field investigations.
* Manage, direct, and train junior environmental staff.
* Research toxicities and physical/chemical properties of oil and gas constituents and develop and implement site specific risk assessment methods.
* Write expert reports, design field investigation plans, write technical papers for clients, conduct large scale ecological risk assessments.
* Work collaboratively with other senior level staff to achieve client goals.
* Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.
* Provide support in ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
* Communicate daily with clients, regulatory agents, and subcontractors.
REQUIREMENTS:
* Master's Degree or Ph.D.
in toxicology, environmental toxicology, chemistry, ecology, or related life science discipline.
* 6-8 years (10+ years preferred) of relevant experience; consulting experience preferred.
* Experience testifying as an expert witness is preferred.
* Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.
* Excellent verbal, written, and personal communication skills.
* Strong quantitative skills and experience managing and analyzing large datasets using MS EXCEL.
* Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
* Ability to succeed in consulting by working efficiently, handling multiple project assignments, maintaining flexibility, and meeting strict deadlines.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career.
We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients.
Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their or...
Rate: Not Specified
Location: Metairie, US-LA
Type: Permanent
Industry: Science
Recruiter: Environmental Resources Management Southwest, Inc.
Contact: Not Specified
Email: to view click here
Reference: R00026905
Posted: 2025-05-20 08:57:45 -
Job ID: 478094141
Originally Posted on: 5/22/2025
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