Environmental Health Scientist
Chicago, IL
Full Time
Entry Level
Our team is our strength!
RHP is an environmental consulting firm focusing on Industrial Hygiene, Exposure Science, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), Built Environment, Risk Management, Dose Estimation & Analysis, and Exposure Simulation Testing. RHP’s mission is to provide exposure science and risk assessment solutions to advance public health. Our highly trained and sophisticated team of professionals works together seamlessly on small and large projects. Our roster includes a combination of certified industrial hygienists, public health scientists, risk assessors, certified safety professionals, field staff, an engineer, and support staff with headquarters in Chicago, IL. Many on our team have worked together for decades and share a strong bond and work ethic that drives our success.
The Opportunity
RHP is seeking a full-time, post-degree, entry-level Environmental Health Scientist to join our Chicago office. The ideal person for this role will have extraordinary attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be able to meet and work with clients in a professional manner while possessing a strong aptitude for critical thinking and problem-solving. If you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Hygiene from an ABET-accredited university or a graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in a related field of health sciences, such as industrial hygiene, public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, toxicology, environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, math, or a similar field, we would like to speak to you.
Our Compensation and generous Employee benefits show how much we value our team!
8745 W. Higgins, Suite 320, Chicago IL, 60631
Walking distance to CTA Blue-Line at Cumberland stop.
Status
Full-Time Exempt Employee
Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hours per week with flexible hours and occasional weekend and after-hours based on client needs)
Core Responsibilities
RHP is an environmental consulting firm focusing on Industrial Hygiene, Exposure Science, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), Built Environment, Risk Management, Dose Estimation & Analysis, and Exposure Simulation Testing. RHP’s mission is to provide exposure science and risk assessment solutions to advance public health. Our highly trained and sophisticated team of professionals works together seamlessly on small and large projects. Our roster includes a combination of certified industrial hygienists, public health scientists, risk assessors, certified safety professionals, field staff, an engineer, and support staff with headquarters in Chicago, IL. Many on our team have worked together for decades and share a strong bond and work ethic that drives our success.
The Opportunity
RHP is seeking a full-time, post-degree, entry-level Environmental Health Scientist to join our Chicago office. The ideal person for this role will have extraordinary attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be able to meet and work with clients in a professional manner while possessing a strong aptitude for critical thinking and problem-solving. If you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Hygiene from an ABET-accredited university or a graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in a related field of health sciences, such as industrial hygiene, public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, toxicology, environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, math, or a similar field, we would like to speak to you.
Our Compensation and generous Employee benefits show how much we value our team!
- $65,000 - $90,000 Annually based on experience
- Medical and Dental insurance (premium low-deductible plan)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with defined employer contribution
- Generous Paid Vacation, including Holiday PTO December 25- January 1 and 8 Federally recognized holidays
- Class A building - amenities include underground garage parking, an on-site deli restaurant, a fitness center, a car wash, and a hair salon.
8745 W. Higgins, Suite 320, Chicago IL, 60631
Walking distance to CTA Blue-Line at Cumberland stop.
Status
Full-Time Exempt Employee
Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hours per week with flexible hours and occasional weekend and after-hours based on client needs)
Core Responsibilities
- Gather, analyze, and review data from multiple sources, including regulatory, laboratory, technical, legal, and historical documents
- Consolidate critical information into comprehensive and cohesive deliverables, reviewing discovery documentation and highlighting key points
- Perform historical and scientific research under the guidance of a Manager
- Assist with deliverable drafting and document production
- Communicate with clients via mail, phone, and email at the request of a Manager.
- Perform field projects at client sites under the direction of a Manager. This may require the candidate to:
- Conduct industrial hygiene exposure assessment projects for regulatory compliance purposes (e.g. dust, gases, vapors, and other potentially toxic materials), conduct noise dosimetry, collect water/soil/air samples for third-party laboratory analysis, and perform respirator fit testing
- Investigate the adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting, and other conditions that may affect occupant health, comfort, or efficiency
- Inspect and evaluate work operations and processes to determine potential contaminant emission sources or related health hazards associated with workplace conditions
- Conduct investigations of working conditions in places of employment for the prevention of occupational disease and industrial health hazards, with specific reference to toxins, noise, or harmful physical agents
- Measure airborne concentrations of dust, gases, and mists using air sampling tools and collection devices
- Collect samples of work materials to detect and evaluate occupant exposure to toxic substances
- Assist with studies at RHP’s Exposure Sciences Laboratory to evaluate human inhalation and/or dermal exposures associated with present-day consumer products or historical work practices for purposes of regulatory compliance, litigation support, risk management, or product stewardship
- Maintain field sampling equipment
- Assist in drafting proposals and reports for Manager review and finalization
- Ability to travel if a client’s need arises
- Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Hygiene from an ABET-accredited university or Post Graduate Degree (Masters or PhD) in a related field of health sciences, such as industrial hygiene, public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, toxicology, environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, math, or similar field
- Excellent technical writing skills with the ability to consolidate complex technical information into concise points and effectively communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients
- Computer competency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
- Statistical analysis software tools knowledge (e.g. SPSS, R, JMP, CrystalBall) or mathematic modeling programs for estimating inhalation or dermal exposures – preferred
- Prior environmental consulting work or internship experience – a plus
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