Regulatory Eco-toxicologist

JOB SUMMARY:

• Expert in the field of regulatory ecotoxicology with proven experience executing projects with pesticide products according to the EU Guidance in the context of Regulations (EU) No 528/2012 and (EC) No 1107/2009, US-EPA and OECD Guidelines.

• Design testing strategy based on compound intrinsic characteristics, plan and oversee laboratory and field studies. Knowledgeable in all disciplines of ecotoxicology, including aquatic, pollinator, avian, and mammals.

• Conduct ecotoxicological risk assessments and provide expert guidance to internal colleagues on ecotoxicology issues, including responses to Regulatory decisions, Data Call In reviews and recommendations, and planning defense strategies around ecotoxicology concerns.

• Familiar with global data requirements, including North America, Brazil, LATAM, and Europe. Contract ecotoxicology studies at external labs. Interpret study results and implications of results. Provide expert advice on regulatory issues.

• Work closely with the Global Regulatory and Regional Managers to address ecotoxicology concerns in a fast paced, challenging environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as internal expert on the ecotoxicology profile of UPL products

• Prepare critical reviews, risk assessments, white papers, and position statements.

• Develop study designs, contract, and monitor studies in CRO’s that meet national and international regulatory requirements. Ensure study quality, costs, timelines, and reporting requirements are met.

• Work collaboratively in multidisciplinary project teams with other scientists, global and regional regulatory managers, and other colleagues to ensure business goals are met.

• Keep abreast of changing regulatory requirements and how they may impact the UPL product portfolio.

• Proactively identify potential future challenges for our products and provide strategies to address those challenges.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• PhD, or equivalent experience, in ecotoxicology is required.

• 10-15 years of experience, with at least 4 years of it in a global regulatory ecotoxicology role.

• Demonstrated knowledge of global pesticide regulatory requirements including but not restricted to the EU Guidance in the context of Regulations (EU) No 528/2012 and (EC) No 1107/2009, US-EPA and OECD Guidelines.

• Problem solving, strategic thinking, decisive thinking, networking, legislation interpretation, commercial awareness.

• Experience in conducting a variety of ecotoxicology studies, with a focus on terrestrial organisms, as well as in supporting external CROs to develop new study protocols with an emphasis on field studies.

• Lead major projects and/or multiple projects involving collaboration with marketing, development and regulatory affairs.