Principal-Level Health Scientist Position with Benchmark Risk Group

Benchmark Risk Group is a growing scientific consulting firm dedicated to using a scholarly approach to answer complex exposure and human health risk-related questions. Our vision is to engage with the brightest scientists to provide data-driven solutions to our clients. We approach each project in a collaborative, fast-paced environment to meet our client’s needs.  At Benchmark Risk Group, we are committed to maintaining an environment in which all of our team members feel respected and empowered to succeed and grow. We provide opportunities for you to further develop your scientific knowledge and career in a team of experts and support staff with many decades of combined experience, with degrees from top university public health programs. We currently have offices in Chicago, IL, Grand Rapids, MI, and Oakland, CA.

Job Description:

Benchmark Risk Group is seeking highly motivated and experienced candidates for full-time positions in the Principal-level career track.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Procure client projects involving scientific areas of expertise

• Maintain visibility as an expert in scientific areas of expertise

• Manage and execute projects, including scope of work, budgets, deadlines, team staffing, and quality control of deliverables

• Critically evaluate published scientific papers and study reports in the environmental sciences, industrial hygiene, toxicology, epidemiology, and occupational medicine

• Perform quantitative exposure and risk assessments for clients for a variety of chemicals and exposure scenarios

• Responsible for technical work products, presentations, and proposals

• Interact with clients on projects, both in-person and electronically

• Conduct research that may be presented at scientific conferences or submitted to scientific journals

• Supervise and/or mentor other staff

Qualified candidates should have the following skills and qualifications:

• A minimum of 10 years of post-university experience is required, either from professional research or consulting practice

• Doctoral or Masters’ degree, with a focus in one or more of the following disciplines:

  • Risk Assessment

  • Exposure Assessment

  • Industrial Hygiene

  • Environmental Health Science

  • Occupational Health

  • Toxicology

  • Epidemiology

  • Biostatistics

• Extensive practical experience in the application of risk assessment or exposure assessment

• Extensive record of publishing scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals or other applicable technical publications

• Proven record of generating new and recurring client work

• Outstanding reputation among clients for scientific and professional integrity, communications, and technical expertise

• Exceptional leadership and staff mentorship skills and aspirations

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, research, and technical skills

• Current and future U.S. work authorization is required

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer an industry-leading compensation and benefits package. Benchmark Risk Group values and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion across all aspects of the firm. We believe that having a team from different backgrounds, skills, and perspectives allows for us to provide a higher quality product to our clients.

• Job Type: full-time

• Annual Salary Range (dependent on degree and level of experience): negotiable

• Benefits:

  • 401(k) program with employer matching

  • Generous paid time off, including sick leave

  • Employer-funded health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Short- and long-term disability insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Performance bonuses

Applications:

To apply, please submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae by clicking "Apply Now" below.

Benchmark Risk Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.