Senior Consultant - Health Scientist

Job Description

Boston, Westford, or Amherst, Massachusetts or Portland, Maine, USA

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

We prefer to locate this position in Amherst or Westford Massachusetts, and we will consider locating it in Boston, Massachusetts, or in Portland, Maine. Ramboll has adopted a hybrid model of work, allowing a combination of remote and in-office employee engagement.

We invite you to bring your health sciences background into play as you assist our clients in protecting and promoting the health and safety of their employees, customers, and communities through identifying and managing the risks associated with chemical and biological exposures. To succeed in this role, you must have a graduate degree in epidemiology, toxicology, public health, or related discipline with 3-5 years' experience. Demonstrated capability to critically evaluate and synthesize scientific literature is essential. Knowledge of the principles of risk assessment will be helpful. It will be a bonus if you demonstrate knowledge of one or more Federal regulatory programs and Agency requirements and practices (EPA, FDA). Project management experience in a consulting setting will give you an edge in competing for this position. Click the apply button to send your application!

Your key tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Conducting critical reviews of the epidemiological and/or toxicological literature and drafting reports summarizing and synthesizing the results with attention to sources of bias and their potential effects on study results.
• Identifying gaps and research needs in the current evidence base for selected topics.
• Accepting responsibility for the quality and timeliness of reports, and for adherence to budgetary and other project proposal features.
• Participating in the preparation of proposals, including providing input on work plans and schedules.

For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• Master's degree in epidemiology, toxicology, or related field.
• 3 to 5 years of professional experience analyzing and interpreting scientific publications, including conducting systematic, critical reviews of the literature.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and great time management practices that enable you to prioritize multiple, competing project deadlines.
• Attention to detail, combined with understanding of the broader context and purpose.
• Comfort working both independently and as part of a team.
• Self-directed initiative to improve and advance your technical capabilities and skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and relevant analytical programs.

Welcome to Ramboll's global Health Sciences team, part of Ramboll Environment and Health

Ramboll develops innovative, scientifically sound solutions. Through decades of purposeful work, we have earned a reputation for technical and scientific excellence, innovation, and client focus. Our ambition is to become the global leader in health sciences consulting in support of safer products, workplaces, and communities. Building on our legacy, we will continue to define the practice of risk assessment and advance the application of toxicology, industrial hygiene and safety, and epidemiology to be the consultant of choice for clients to resolve emerging issues.

Ramboll in the Americas

Ramboll has nearly 2,000 experts working across 50 offices in the Americas applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions within Environment & Health, Water, Energy & Planning, and Urban Design. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.

How to apply

Please apply online, and attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application!

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.