TSCA Chemist – Chemical Assessment & Risk Evaluation

Position Summary

The TSCA Chemist plays a critical role in evaluating the chemical, environmental, and toxicological characteristics of substances to ensure compliance with the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). This position emphasizes deep chemical expertise, scientific assessment, and the ability to interpret complex datasets to support regulatory decisions and risk evaluations. The ideal candidate brings advanced training in chemistry and hands‑on experience conducting chemical assessments within a TSCA regulatory framework.

Responsibilities

Chemical Assessment & Risk Evaluation

  • Conduct detailed chemical assessments, including evaluation of chemical identity, structure, reactivity, physical‑chemical properties, and environmental fate.

  • Interpret toxicological, ecotoxicological, and exposure‑related data to support TSCA risk evaluations.

  • Assess potential hazards and risks associated with new and existing chemical substances, integrating chemistry, environmental science, and regulatory criteria.

  • Prepare scientific rationales and technical summaries to support internal decision‑making and regulatory submissions.

TSCA Regulatory Compliance

  • Develop, review, and submit TSCA notifications (PMNs, SNUNs, LVEs, exemptions) with a focus on scientific accuracy and completeness.

  • Ensure chemical data aligns with TSCA Inventory requirements and EPA expectations for hazard and risk characterization.

  • Support TSCA reporting, recordkeeping, and compliance activities across the organization.

  • Engage with regulatory agencies to address scientific questions, data gaps, or follow‑up requests.

Chemical Data Analysis & Quality Assurance

  • Analyze and validate complex chemical datasets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and regulatory readiness.

  • Identify errors or inconsistencies in chemical property data and coordinate corrections with internal teams or external partners.

  • Utilize chemical databases, modeling tools, and predictive software to support hazard and risk assessments.

  • Maintain internal systems for tracking chemical assessments, regulatory submissions, and compliance status.

Cross‑Functional Scientific Support

  • Collaborate with R&D, Process Chemistry, Quality, and Product Stewardship teams to ensure chemical data integrity and regulatory alignment.

  • Provide scientific guidance on chemical safety, hazard classification, and regulatory implications for new product development.

  • Support customer and partner inquiries related to chemical identity, hazard information, and TSCA compliance.

Requirements

Education

  • Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, or a closely related discipline strongly preferred.

  • Bachelor’s degree with substantial relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

  • Direct experience with TSCA regulatory compliance is required.

  • Prior work with regulatory agencies (e.g., EPA), chemical manufacturers, or consulting firms is highly desirable.

  • Experience conducting chemical assessments, hazard evaluations, or environmental fate analyses.

  • Strong background in chemical data analysis, chemical structure interpretation, and scientific problem‑solving.

Skills & Competencies

  • Deep understanding of chemical principles, structure‑activity relationships, and environmental chemistry.

  • Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills.

  • Ability to interpret complex toxicological and environmental datasets.

  • Excellent scientific writing and communication abilities.

  • High attention to detail and data accuracy.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

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