Job description below. For more information and qualifications, visit http://greensciencepolicy.org/jobs/#scientist
Organization: Green Science Policy Institute
Location: North Berkeley, California, near the UC Berkeley campus
Salary: Dependent on skills and experience
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Application Deadline: Open until filled
GSP facilitates more responsible use of chemicals in consumer products by providing unbiased scientific information to government, industry and non-governmental organizations. GSP advocates for science-based chemical policies in industry and government and works globally to protect health and environment while promoting green chemistry and a safer approach to chemical use.The Institute brings government, business, scientists and citizens together worldwide to support policies which protect human health and the global environment. Our research and policy work has contributed to preventing the use of billions of pounds of flame retardants and other harmful chemicals in children’s sleepwear, furniture, electronics, and other products. To learn more about the Institute, visit www.greensciencepolicy.org.
The Green Science Policy Institute is hiring a full-time Senior Scientist to contribute to our scientific research and policy work with the interest and ability to move into a leadership position. We are looking for a motivated, organized, and capable individual to work with our team of science and policy experts and play a key role in advancing our mission.
The Senior Scientist acts as a lead project manager to envision and implement projects and activities including scientific research, writing, policy and project work; drafts materials for publication; and establishes relationships with business, academia, government and partner NGOs. The Senior Scientist will have the opportunity to advance to a leadership position in a rapidly growing organization.
The Senior Scientist will work with minimal supervision in a highly collaborative team environment to: