Toxicologist – Washington, DC
Center
for Science in the Public Interest
United States of America (USA)
Job description
The Center for Science in the Public Interest
(CSPI) is a non-profit consumer organization conducting innovative programs
in nutrition and food safety. CSPI publishes Nutrition Action Healthletter, the nation's largest-circulation health
newsletter. CSPI strives to provide useful, impartial information to the
public, represent citizens' interests before legislative, regulatory, and
judicial bodies, and ensure that advances in science are used for the
public's good. CSPI is supported by its 850,000 US and Canadian subscribers
to its Nutrition Action Healthletter and by
foundation grants.
CSPI has an exciting opportunity for an energetic, strategic and creative
scientist who is dedicated to helping achieve a safer food supply. Working
under the direction of the Executive Director, the Toxicologist’s primary
responsibilities include evaluating the safety of additives and
contaminants in foods and beverages, and pressing for regulatory and
legislative changes. This position will also write reports, letters, and
petitions to improve food safety.
Job qualifications
- Candidates
must have a Ph.D. and expertise in evaluating toxicological studies.
- Experience
in nonprofits, academe, or government with a focus on advocating for
public health measures is essential.
Salary is commensurate with experience.
CSPI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package along with a
healthy working environment. Please send a cover letter, résumé and brief
writing sample to the email or postal address provided.
CSPI is an equal opportunity employer.
Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For updated information on this or other openings, visit: Jobs at CSPI
Researcher
Washington, United
States of America (USA)
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