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Toxicologist
Job Description:
ICF seeks a Toxicologist to join our Survey, Policy, Health, Environment, Regulation, and Economics (SPHERE) team.
This position will support environmental health and toxicology at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), with a focus on applying toxicology and risk assessment principles to evaluate health risks from hazardous chemicals, analyzing metabolic interactions of various contaminants, and supporting the review of toxicological and environmental data from hazardous waste sites. The successful candidate will ensure data quality, provide expert assessments and recommendations on public health impacts, aid in the development of health assessments, and participate in site visits and public meetings to offer technical assistance.
This full-time position is for a candidate to be located on-site at the CDC’s Chamblee Campus in Atlanta, GA.
What you’ll do:
- Apply the principles of toxicology, risk assessment, clinical toxicology, occupational toxicology, and risk communication to assess the public health implications resulting from human exposure to hazardous chemicals.
- Assess the metabolic pathway interactions of metals, solvents and vapors, radiation and radioactive materials, pesticides, and other organic contaminants.
- Support the analysis of toxicological/environmental data associated with hazardous waste sites.
- Evaluate toxicological/environmental data for quality assurance/quality control, completeness, and relevance.
- Provide expertise to assess site-specific public health impacts of identified hazardous substances and to develop appropriate responses for health consultations requested by Federal, state and local agencies, and the public.
- Provide technical assistance and appropriate recommendations regarding potential human health impacts resulting from exposure or potential exposure to hazardous substances.
- Assist with the development of public health assessments health assessments.
- Attend technical assistance site visits and public meetings.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in toxicology, or related subject with at least 2 years of professional experience related to environmental health toxicology.
- OR Master’s degree in toxicology, environmental science, or related subject with at least 6 years of professional experience related to environmental health toxicology.
- U.S. Citizenship is required per Federal contract
- Ability to obtain Federal government security clearance
- Ability to travel for approved site visits, public meetings, or other project needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year experience evaluating potential human health effects from exposures at contaminated sites (e.g., Superfund, CERCLA, or RCRA sites) or other chemical-specific environmental exposures.
- Experience working with CDC, ATSDR, EPA, other federal agencies, or related public health entities.
- Working knowledge of ATSDR public health assessment processes and exposure pathway terminology.
- Experience using ATSDR Toxicological Profiles and other authoritative sources to evaluate the health effects of hazardous substances, examining toxicological evidence and applying health guidelines such as ATSDR Minimal Risk Levels (MRLs) to understand potential adverse outcomes from environmental exposures.
- Experience translating toxicology evidence into site-specific public health conclusions, evaluating environmental and exposure data, identifying data gaps and uncertainties, assessing the significance of exposure pathways, and developing scientifically supported recommendations for public health assessments and health consultations.
Professional skills we are looking for:
- Highly organized, detail-oriented team member who can manage multiple priorities and produce accurate, timely, and defensible work products.
- Collaborative approach and ability to integrate input from multiple scientific disciplines and stakeholders.
- Strong scientific writing, critical thinking, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex findings to clients, partner agencies, communities, and the public.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong quantitative skills and experience with dose-response analysis.
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Work Authorization and Sponsorship
All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF. Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization may be considered for a change of employer petition, subject to company policy and applicable immigration requirements.
Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Bot and Third-Party Applications
Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact Candidateaccommodation@icf.com for assistance.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range
There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$55,665.00 - $94,631.00 Georgia Client Office (GA88)Description
Toxicologist
Job Description:
ICF seeks a Toxicologist to join our Survey, Policy, Health, Environment, Regulation, and Economics (SPHERE) team.
This position will support environmental health and toxicology at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), with a focus on applying toxicology and risk assessment principles to evaluate health risks from hazardous chemicals, analyzing metabolic interactions of various contaminants, and supporting the review of toxicological and environmental data from hazardous waste sites. The successful candidate will ensure data quality, provide expert assessments and recommendations on public health impacts, aid in the development of health assessments, and participate in site visits and public meetings to offer technical assistance.
This full-time position is for a candidate to be located on-site at the CDC’s Chamblee Campus in Atlanta, GA.
What you’ll do:
- Apply the principles of toxicology, risk assessment, clinical toxicology, occupational toxicology, and risk communication to assess the public health implications resulting from human exposure to hazardous chemicals.
- Assess the metabolic pathway interactions of metals, solvents and vapors, radiation and radioactive materials, pesticides, and other organic contaminants.
- Support the analysis of toxicological/environmental data associated with hazardous waste sites.
- Evaluate toxicological/environmental data for quality assurance/quality control, completeness, and relevance.
- Provide expertise to assess site-specific public health impacts of identified hazardous substances and to develop appropriate responses for health consultations requested by Federal, state and local agencies, and the public.
- Provide technical assistance and appropriate recommendations regarding potential human health impacts resulting from exposure or potential exposure to hazardous substances.
- Assist with the development of public health assessments health assessments.
- Attend technical assistance site visits and public meetings.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in toxicology, or related subject with at least 2 years of professional experience related to environmental health toxicology.
- OR Master’s degree in toxicology, environmental science, or related subject with at least 6 years of professional experience related to environmental health toxicology.
- U.S. Citizenship is required per Federal contract
- Ability to obtain Federal government security clearance
- Ability to travel for approved site visits, public meetings, or other project needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year experience evaluating potential human health effects from exposures at contaminated sites (e.g., Superfund, CERCLA, or RCRA sites) or other chemical-specific environmental exposures.
- Experience working with CDC, ATSDR, EPA, other federal agencies, or related public health entities.
- Working knowledge of ATSDR public health assessment processes and exposure pathway terminology.
- Experience using ATSDR Toxicological Profiles and other authoritative sources to evaluate the health effects of hazardous substances, examining toxicological evidence and applying health guidelines such as ATSDR Minimal Risk Levels (MRLs) to understand potential adverse outcomes from environmental exposures.
- Experience translating toxicology evidence into site-specific public health conclusions, evaluating environmental and exposure data, identifying data gaps and uncertainties, assessing the significance of exposure pathways, and developing scientifically supported recommendations for public health assessments and health consultations.
Professional skills we are looking for:
- Highly organized, detail-oriented team member who can manage multiple priorities and produce accurate, timely, and defensible work products.
- Collaborative approach and ability to integrate input from multiple scientific disciplines and stakeholders.
- Strong scientific writing, critical thinking, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex findings to clients, partner agencies, communities, and the public.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong quantitative skills and experience with dose-response analysis.
#Indeed
#LI-CC1
#CEHS
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Work Authorization and Sponsorship
All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF. Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization may be considered for a change of employer petition, subject to company policy and applicable immigration requirements.
Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Bot and Third-Party Applications
Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact Candidateaccommodation@icf.com for assistance.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range
There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
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Who's Hiring
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- Consulting & Professional Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in toxicologist jobs.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in toxicology, pharmacology, biochemistry, or a related life science
- Experience designing and interpreting in vitro or in vivo toxicology studies
- Familiarity with regulatory guidelines such as ICH, EPA, OECD, or REACH
- Proficiency with statistical analysis tools including SAS, R, or equivalent software
- DABT certification or eligibility preferred for senior and principal-level positions
- Experience contributing to regulatory submissions, safety assessments, or risk evaluations
Tips for Your Toxicologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to study type
Hiring managers distinguish between in vitro, in vivo, and computational toxicology experience. Call out the specific models, assays, or software you've used rather than listing general lab skills, so your resume matches the study design vocabulary in each posting.
Highlight your regulatory submission experience
Roles at pharma and chemical companies often require familiarity with ICH, EPA, or REACH guidelines. Name the specific dossiers or safety assessments you've contributed to, since 'regulatory experience' alone rarely distinguishes candidates in a competitive applicant pool.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists toxicologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by study type and sector
Search separately for environmental, clinical, and forensic toxicology roles because each sector uses different keywords and values different credentials. A search for 'risk assessment' surfaces different postings than 'NOAEL' or 'PBPK modeling,' even for similar seniority levels.
Prepare a portfolio of study reports
For senior and principal-level roles, come ready to discuss a full safety evaluation you led, including dose-response interpretation and the regulatory outcome. Interviewers at CROs and pharma companies often ask candidates to walk through a real study from design to conclusion.
Negotiate using your certification tier
Board certification through the American Board of Toxicology carries measurable weight in offers at regulated industries. If you're DABT-certified or eligible, name it explicitly during negotiations rather than waiting for the employer to ask, since not all hiring managers think to price it in.
Toxicologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most toxicologists?
The companies hiring the most toxicologists right now include ICF, Exponent, and Dane Street, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Ohio, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in pharmaceutical manufacturers, contract research organizations, and federal regulatory agencies.
How many toxicologist jobs are remote?
About 73% of toxicologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote options most common in regulatory affairs, risk assessment writing, and computational toxicology roles. Lab-based positions involving animal studies or analytical instrumentation are almost always on-site regardless of employer size or sector.
How do you become a toxicologist?
Most toxicologist roles require at minimum a bachelor's degree in toxicology, pharmacology, biochemistry, or a related field, though research and regulatory positions typically expect a master's or doctoral degree. From there, you gain experience through graduate research, postdoctoral work, or entry-level lab roles at a CRO or government agency. Board certification through the American Board of Toxicology strengthens candidacy for senior positions and regulated industries.
Can you get hired as a toxicologist with little experience?
Entry-level roles exist at contract research organizations and government labs for candidates with a bachelor's or master's degree who can demonstrate hands-on study experience, even from graduate coursework or thesis research. Emphasizing specific assays you've run, species you've worked with, or data systems you've used makes a stronger case than general lab familiarity. Government agencies and CROs tend to hire more entry-level candidates than pharma or chemical companies do.
What does the toxicologist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a recruiter or HR screen focused on credentials and study experience, followed by a technical interview with the hiring manager or a senior scientist. Many employers add a panel interview with cross-functional colleagues from regulatory affairs or pharmacology. Senior-level candidates are often asked to present a past study or safety evaluation, and some companies include a written case study or data interpretation exercise before the final offer stage.
Where can I find and apply to toxicologist jobs?
You can find and apply to toxicologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search by role, location, or sector to find positions that match your experience, then apply directly to each listing. No detours, no third-party redirects, just the posting and the application.
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