Exposure Scientist

The Cancer Toxicology and Epidemiology Section (CTES) within the Reproductive and Cancer Hazard Assessment Branch (RCHAB) provides technical support for the implementation of the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65).  The Section identifies chemicals for listing as causing cancer under Proposition 65, conducts does-response and exposure assessments, develops carcinogen risk assessment guidance and methodology, reviews information on exposure sources, pathways, risks and avoidance measures for chemicals listed under Proposition 65, and develops facts sheets and web site content to communicate this information to the public. CTES provides technical assistance to other programs in the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA), the Attorney General's Office, and other California government entities. 

Under the direction of the Senior Toxicologist Chief, CTES, the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) will have lead responsibility for sensitive exposure investigations and complex assessments, including designing and implementing scientifically valid approaches; independently identifying and addressing problems that may arise; analyzing and integrating many types of exposure data; accurately evaluating findings and making recommendations; and preparing scientifically robust documents to summarize findings. The Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) performs all duties listed below and other related work.