Environmental Toxicologist

Job title:

Environmental Toxicologist

Company

S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.

Job description

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.Environmental Toxicologist

• Location: Frimley, Surrey

• Function: GSARA (global safety, assessment and regulatory affairs)

About the roleYou will be responsible for ensuring SC Johnson pest control products are safe upon emission to the environment as required by prescribed regulatory standards, and internal corporate requirements. You will apply the principles and scientific methodologies of ecotoxicology, product exposure science, environmental fate and transport, and environmental risk assessment to conduct product safety assessments, manage rapidly changing scientific information and regulatory requirements, and monitor critical emerging issues that carry potential to impact the SCJ business. The role is responsible for interfacing with colleagues across Safety, Regulatory, RD&E, Marketing, and Legal functions.Responsibilities:

• Use both existing regulatory guidance and novel approaches to assess environmental risk of biocide pest control products in support of our global Business categories.
• Deliver safety reviews for chemicals and formula mixtures in accordance with established procedures and ensure timelines are met.
• Design and monitor in vivo, in vitro and/or bespoke exposure studies in accordance with applicable regulations and/or company policies
• Develop higher-tier scenarios to assess chemicals and mixtures utilizing novel approaches, including but not limited to exposure science, environmental fate and transport models, environmental risk assessment, adverse outcome pathways, computational models, integrative exposure and toxicology approaches, endocrine disruption potential
• Understand and communicate complex technical issues to internal and external and provide expert inputs and/or prepare technical response to questions from regulatory and other authorities
• Lead the development of technical solutions for biocide pest control products, & options to mitigate potential risks, to RD&E Project Teams and where appropriate escalate.
• Participate in applicable scientific organizations or trade associations and communicate any business-related items to appropriate Safety, Regulatory, RD&E, Marketing and/or Legal teams.

Experience you’ll bring:

• Advanced degree in toxicology or ecological sciences with relevant industry experience
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of regulatory toxicology, ecotoxicology, environmental fate, and environmental risk assessment and higher tier refinement strategies
• Familiarity with European chemical and consumer product regulations including, but not limited to, GHS/CLP, EU Ecolabel, EU REACH, and/or EU BPR regulations and experience with global government authorities
• Ability to keep up to speed with changing regulatory requirements and contribute to the discussions around proposed changes.

Behaviors you’ll need:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and operate efficiently under continuous change
• Ability to distill and summarize technically complex risk assessment science into practical solutions & actions in a clear and articulate fashion to a wide range of stakeholders both within and outside of the Organization
• Proven situational leadership skills & ability to forge strong relationships with colleagues and organizations outside the company.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive pay & benefits incl Profit Share
• Flexible starting and finishing times + 4.5 day working week
• Pension, Life cover & Health Insurance
• Shuttle bus service from local train stations, EV Charging Points + Cycle to work Scheme
• Free onsite Gym + free classes

About us:SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.#LI-DC1Inclusion & DiversityWe’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Expected salary

Location

Surrey

Job date

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 23:43:34 GMT

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