ERM is looking to hire a motivated, detail-oriented Managing Technical Consultant, Environmental Toxicologist and Risk Assessor to join our growing Risk Assessment practice in Austin, TX. Working under the direction of project managers and partners, the successful candidate will work on interesting ecological risk assessments and projects focused on oil and gas exploration in Gulf Coast wetland habitats. This position is being offered in our Austin, TX office. However, candidates may also be considered for offices located in Houston, TX, Baton Rouge, LA, New Orleans, LA, or Dallas, TX, depending on the qualifications of applicants. 

This is a great opportunity to work with ERM's technical experts to grow your career providing environmental consulting services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support ecological risk assessments and site investigations.


• Manage, query, review, and analyze large chemical and biological data sets.


• Conduct literature searches and reviews on toxicological, biological or other risk assessment subject matters.


• Prepare work plans, figures, and technical reports.


• Focus on team project delivery, taking direction primarily from Task Managers and Project Managers.


• Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.


• Support in ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.


• Assist in communication with clients, regulatory agents, and subcontractors.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors in toxicology, environmental toxicology, chemistry, public health, ecology, or related life science discipline. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Advanced degree (MS or higher) preferred.


• 4 to 5 years of relevant experience; consulting experience preferred.


• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.


• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills are required; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus.


• Strong quantitative skills and experience managing and analyzing large datasets using MS EXCEL.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• 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 a consulting pace, handling multiple project assignments, and maintaining flexibility, while 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 organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. 

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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