Toxicologist

Job Summary

Provide subject matter expertise and creative technical solutions that enable Chevron products to be handled and marketed safely, sustainably and in compliance with global regulations. The Toxicologist position provides human health and environmental classification, risk assessment and risk management recommendations to Chevron's Downstream, Midstream Chemicals international operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Identifies and classifies health hazards, exposures, and potential health risks of chemicals associated with petroleum products and materials, particularly those related to operations at Chevron.
• Works with Chevron Operating Companies, including product development and product stewardship groups, to recommend testing, labeling, SDSs, exposure standards, and other product stewardship measures in compliance with relevant regulations and operational excellence.
• Participates in industry-wide trade associations, technical work groups, and scientific advocacy committees to address toxicology, risk assessment and/or exposure assessment issues of interest to Chevron.
• Maintains knowledge on proposed legislation and regulatory changes/trends affecting chemicals of interest.
• Understands and is familiar with applicable international, federal and state product health safety regulations.
• Monitors and reviews technical literature and databases for new scientific information and data on petroleum-based materials and products.

Required Qualifications

• PhD preferred, master's degree required in Toxicology or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in HSE within oil gas or chemical operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of exposure and health risk assessments; interacting with regulatory agencies; experience with chemical control regulations.
• Demonstrated experience working successfully on cross-functional teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; promotes understanding of customer requirements and expectations; clearly communicates complex toxicology issues to technical and non-technical personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with DMC processes and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and self-manage multiple projects.
• Ability to inspire commitment and trust and to build internal and external networks.
• Ability to influence decisions on cross-functional work teams to achieve business objectives and ensure compliance with global health and environmental regulations.
• Capable of interpreting scientific data and regulatory guidance and connecting to potential business impacts.