We have a current opportunity for a Principal Epidemiologist on a permanent basis. The position can be remote with occasional travel to various site locations in the US (east and west coast). For further information about this position please apply.
We're currently seeking a senior-level environmental or occupational epidemiologist to join our Health Sciences team as a Principal Epidemiologist. Applicants must have at least 15 years of experience in scientific consulting and demonstrated capability to develop new business. When you join us, you will provide technical and business leadership and will contribute to advanced solutions in the human health sciences with applications to the pharmaceutical, chemical, manufacturing, energy, government, and/or legal sectors.
Your new role
As our new Principal, you will focus on developing business that benefits from our technical expertise and global reputation. You must have experience in seeking and realizing opportunities and managing consulting assignments, enjoy and work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams, and be proficient in the analysis and communication of technical information. Your goal will be to work cooperatively with colleagues, agencies, and trade organizations to develop solutions that will guide risk-based decision-making. You must also demonstrate a commitment to mentoring and developing staff.
Your primary practice or specialty areas may include one or more of the following:
- Regulatory science
- Product safety and stewardship
- Occupational health
- Expert services supporting the legal sector
- Community health and human health risk assessment
Ramboll has adopted a hybrid model of work, with a combination of remote and in-person employee engagement. Regional, domestic, and international travel may be required for this position.
Your new team
As part of the Health Sciences team, you will be part of a creative group, filled with people who are really excited about solving clients' problems. You will work with all levels of technical expertise from new professionals to team members with decades of experience, many of whom are subject matter experts in their own fields. You will engage in a continual learning environment through coaching, mentoring, and on the job tasks.
Your key tasks and responsibilities will include:
- Identifying and pursuing business opportunities
- Managing projects, clients, and regulatory agency relations
- Demonstrating thought leadership, through activities such as presenting and publishing scientific findings, testifying at administrative and/or court hearings, and participating in local, national, and international scientific and/or trade group meetings
- Collaborating with colleagues across disciplines and business units
- Guiding staff in their careers and promoting staff development
About you
While we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.
These include:
- An academic degree in Epidemiology, or related discipline
- Book of Business
- 15+ years of experience in scientific consulting, including a track record of successful business development
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to manage diverse teams as well as external client and regulatory agency relationships
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to generate revenues sufficient to support 2-3 staff members
Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:
Being a confident communicator with superior management skills, having natural leadership talent, a collaborative attitude, the ability to motivate multidisciplinary teams across geographical borders, commitment to increasing equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace, and the motivation and ability to generate and maintain business to support company growth.
What we can offer you
- The opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest professionals in your field and related fields
- Flexible work arrangements
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent health and retirement benefits
- Investment in your development
- The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
- Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
