Senior Toxicologist

Open: September 22, 2026 — Closes: September 28, 2026

Summary

This position is in Region 9, Land, Chemicals and Redevelopment Division, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Branch, RCRA Site Remediation Section. About this organization: Region 9 This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to one of the duty stations stated in this announcement on a regular basis (location TBD after candidate selected).

Major Duties

You will: Provide scientific and policy guidance to agency programs, tribal, state, local, and other federal partners on toxicological impacts to human health and the environment, including water and sediment contamination. Develop risk communication products, written testimony, and verbal presentations to inform management, the public, and stakeholders about contamination risks, protective and preventive measures, and recommended actions. Evaluate toxicological investigations, regulations, assessments, and guidance documents to determine scientific validity, identify control measures, and support the development and interpretation of Agency policy. Consult with scientists, research organizations, and agency laboratories to identify research needs, provide technical and policy advice, and troubleshoot toxicology and risk assessment problems.

You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.