Environmental Scientist/Human Health Risk Assessor
United States
Full-time
Remote
$71K/yr - $98K/yr
Entry Level
Jacobs is focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and resilient environments. They are seeking a detail-oriented Environmental Scientist to work on human health risk assessments for complex site characterization and remediation projects. The role involves supporting risk assessments, interacting with technical experts, and participating in site characterization activities.
Support human health risk assessments from study design to site characterization, data evaluation, and interpretation
Gain experience with Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study projects and how human health risk assessment fits into the overall environmental site closure process
Conduct evaluations including receptor exposure estimation/modeling, relating literature-based toxicity data for risk estimation, risk characterization, and overall reporting
Interact with technical experts from multiple fields to develop and implement comprehensive site strategies and deliver innovative solutions on challenging sites
Participate in site characterization activities that can support human health risk assessments
Provide support to senior staff that communicates project results to clients and other stakeholders, including the regulatory community
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in biology, toxicology, public health, environmental science or other closely related technical degree
Software skills – Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint) and statistical software
Open to occasional travel
Strong attention to detail
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to think strategically and critically analyze details
Strong networking/self-promoting skills
Preferred
One to two years of professional experience preferred, preferably in consulting, working on biology, toxicology, and/or environmental science projects
Benefits
Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
A 401(k) plan
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan
Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
Seven paid holidays
Caregiver leave
Employees may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock
Hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations
Opportunities to attend and participate in professional society conferences
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
