Senior Epidemiologist

Overview Gradient, a Geosyntec Company, is seeking a motivated and resourceful Senior Epidemiologist who will conduct epidemiology analyses for science‑based evaluations with a focus on human health risk. The candidate will work independently and collaborate with scientists in other disciplines, such as toxicologists, exposure scientists, and human health risk assessors. This is fast‑paced, technically challenging work that involves systematic review, weight‑of‑evidence evaluation, regulatory comment, litigation support, product safety assessments, and human health risk assessment across environmental, dietary, pharmaceutical, pesticide, occupational, and consumer product epidemiology. Opportunities exist to join our growing practice in either Seattle, WA or Boston, MA. Gradient is an environmental and health risk sciences consulting firm specializing in environmental sciences, human and ecological risk sciences, product stewardship, life sciences, and sustainability. Our scientists come from diverse backgrounds in chemistry, engineering, toxicology, epidemiology, ecotoxicology, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, exposure sciences, industrial hygiene, GIS, product safety, and liability. We invest in our people. Competitive pay and benefits, well‑being programs, and a variety of leave options support employees and their families. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead and contribute to projects involving occupational health, litigation support, regulatory comment, product safety assessments, and site‑specific human health risk assessment. Qualitatively and quantitatively assess exposure and human health risks from chemicals in the environment and consumer products. Perform systematic reviews, weight‑of‑evidence reviews, hazard assessments, and preparation of tables. Conduct literature searches and critically review scientific studies in epidemiology and exposure sciences. Prepare deliverables—reports, memoranda, proposals, agency comments. Manage projects of varying scope and complexity, demonstrating leadership and adaptability across multidisciplinary teams. Education and Licensure Bachelor’s degree in a science field (e.g., biological sciences) – required. Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in epidemiology or a related field – preferred. Skills, Experience and Qualifications At least 8 years of related experience; 10+ years preferred – required. Exceptional written and oral communication – required. Strong statistical skills and the ability to critically evaluate epidemiology data – required. Knowledge of relevant regulations, air modeling, and exposure assessment techniques – preferred. Background in conducting or substantially contributing to systematic reviews – valuable. Compensation Minimum Salary: $121,475/year / Maximum Salary: $166,729/year (Boston, MA) Minimum Salary: $116,195/year / Maximum Salary: $159,485/year (Seattle, WA) Benefits Comprehensive benefits package includes 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, a minimum of 8 sick days, and a minimum of 11 vacation days per year, in line with state or federal requirements. Employees and their families are offered medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and various leaves of absence. #J-18808-Ljbffr Geosyntec Consultants