Exponent Inc.

Role Description We are currently seeking a Food Safety and Regulatory Affairs Specialist at the Managing Scientist level to operate within our Chemical Regulation and Food Safety Practice in one of our European offices (located in Ireland, the UK, Germany or Switzerland). Remote working is also an option. - Producing food safety assessments, food allergenicity assessments and defining acceptance standards to advise consumer risk protection mitigation measures including risk communication. - Producing high quality, successful regulatory submissions relating to food, feed, food contact materials and food additives, including allergenicity assessments. - Provision of high level, strategic risk management, regulatory and scientific advice to clients on international food regulations and food risk prevention best practices. - Provision of relevant expert advice on potential for risk to consumers, food safety capability status of manufacturing sites to support incidents and recalls reactively and post-event, due diligence assessments pre-acquisition or pre-approval as co-manufacturers and suppliers, and remedial actions post-event or post-acquisition. - Management of complex, multifaceted projects. - Winning work and building and developing successful client relationships. Qualifications - A minimum of a BSc in chemistry, biochemistry, food science, microbiology, nutrition or a closely related field, with a strong preference for higher degree. - Extensive experience (ideally 10+ years) of working in food or feed safety management and/or regulatory environments. - A proven track record working within the scientific and regulatory framework applicable to food and feed safety in the UK and European Union. - Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page]. Benefits - Competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs. - Programs and resources to support health and well-being. - Flexible, agile work style and working hours. Work Environment At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities. We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too.

Role Description We are currently seeking a Senior Scientist for our Chemical Regulation and Food Safety Practice in one of our offices (located in Ireland, the UK, Germany or Switzerland). Remote working is also an option. In this newly created role, you will work as part of a diverse team of experienced food safety, quality, regulatory and nutrition experts, to provide technical support on food contact materials, novel foods, food/feed additives, labelling and other food/feed regulatory and safety related issues. - Providing high quality technical scientific and regulatory advice to colleagues and clients - Contributing to successful completion of complex, multidiscipline projects, including regulatory submissions to authorities globally - Building and developing successful client relationships Qualifications - A minimum of a BSc in chemistry, biochemistry, food science, microbiology, nutrition or a closely related field, with a strong preference for higher degree - Experience of working with European Union (and UK) regulatory frameworks relating to food/feed, including but not limited to food contact materials, novel foods, food/feed additives or contaminants in food/feed legislation - Experience of using analytical chemistry within a food/feed-related context and interpreting the data produced. Requirements - Confidence in collating, reviewing and interpreting scientific data and information - Experience of data interpretation and problem solving - Experience of working in a team environment, especially multi-disciplinary project teams - Evidence of, and aptitude for, networking (e.g. with external experts, business managers, representation on industry or inter-agency task forces, committee membership in a professional society, contacts across industry) - Experience of working in a government agency, a food industry role or a food testing laboratory is beneficial but not essential Benefits - Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. - Providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

About Exponent Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!   Key statistics: - 1,100+ Team members - 950+ Consultants - 640+ Ph.D.s - 90+ Disciplines - 30+ Offices globally Our Opportunity We are currently seeking a Senior Enterprise Application Developer (Full Stack) to join our Information Technology team in any US office or remote. In this role, you will work within a collaborative team of internal developers to design and deliver high-impact, business-critical applications across the full technology stack. You will take ownership of end-to-end solution delivery, spanning modern frontend development with React, backend services in .NET, and scalable, cloud-native architectures on Amazon Web Services. This role includes responsibility for system architecture, technical leadership, and hands-on development, with a strong emphasis on building and integrating AI-driven solutions, including applications powered by large language models and modern AI platforms. You will partner closely with business stakeholders and engineering teams to translate complex requirements into scalable, maintainable systems that deliver measurable value to the organization. You will be responsible for Full Stack Development - Design and build modern, responsive web applications using React and related ecosystems - Develop robust, scalable backend services using .NET / ASP.NET Core - Own features end-to-end, from user experience and frontend implementation to API design, data access, and persistence - Build intuitive, high-performance interfaces that enable complex workflows and data interactions AI-Driven Application Development - Design and implement applications leveraging LLMs and modern AI tooling - Integrate AI into core business workflows, including: - Document processing - Intelligent automation - Advanced data analysis - Utilize modern AI platforms (e.g., Amazon Bedrock, Azure AI APIs) to deliver production-grade solutions - Apply AI/ML techniques to enhance application capabilities, improve efficiency, and unlock new business value Cloud & Serverless Architecture - Architect, build, and deploy scalable, cloud-native solutions on Amazon Web Services - Design and implement event-driven and serverless systems, leveraging services such as: - AWS Lambda - Step Functions - ECS - S3, EventBridge, SQS - Ensure systems are resilient, cost-efficient, and optimized for performance at scale - Apply best practices for distributed systems, observability, and fault tolerance Architecture & Technical Leadership - Lead the design and development of scalable, mission-critical systems, including N-tier and CQRS/ES architectures - Define and evolve system architecture across frontend, backend, and cloud infrastructure - Interface directly with business stakeholders to gather requirements, translate needs into technical solutions, and ensure alignment with business objectives - Provide technical leadership across projects, guiding design decisions and ensuring engineering excellence - Mentor developers and foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and high-quality delivery Engineering Excellence & Delivery - Apply best practices such as Domain-Driven Design (DDD), SOLID principles, and modern architectural patterns - Operate within Agile SDLC frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions - Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub and Azure DevOps, enabling automated testing and reliable deployments - Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve developer productivity, automate testing, and enhance code quality - Implement secure coding practices aligned with industry standards (e.g., OWASP), including input validation, authentication/authorization, data protection, and vulnerability mitigation - Ensure applications meet security, compliance, and data protection requirements across all layers of the system - Oversee the ongoing support, performance optimization, and continuous improvement of enterprise applications You will have the following skills and qualifications Full Stack Expertise - Strong experience building modern web applications with React (or similar frontend frameworks) - Deep expertise in backend development using .NET / ASP.NET Core - Proven ability to design and implement scalable system architectures, RESTful APIs, and cloud-integrated applications Cloud & AWS - Extensive experience designing and deploying solutions on AWS - Strong hands-on experience with serverless architectures and event-driven systems - Experience building and operating cloud-native applications in production environments Architecture & Systems Design - Proven experience designing distributed, scalable systems - Strong understanding of microservices, event-driven architectures, and system integration patterns - Ability to balance performance, scalability, maintainability, and cost in system design AI & Modern Tooling - Experience integrating AI/ML or LLM-based solutions into enterprise applications - Familiarity with platforms such as Amazon Bedrock, Azure AI, or similar - Experience using AI tools to enhance software development workflows Data & Persistence - Strong experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, RDS) - Expertise in data modeling, query optimization, and database performance tuning DevOps & Agile - Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices (GitHub, Azure DevOps) - Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and iterative delivery Leadership - Excellent leadership, mentorship, and communication skills - Proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and deliver results in dynamic environments Life @ Exponent To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact We value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment. Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits, as well as compensation and recognition programs, empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference. Work Environment At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for​ building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Compensation The pay rate for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process. Salary Range USD $135,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr. Benefits you will enjoy Access benefits information on our Life @ Exponent page:https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com. Job Locations US-AZ-Phoenix US-GA-Atlanta US-TX-Austin US-WA-Bellevue US-NY-New York US-CA-Oakland US-CA-Pasadena US-PA-Philadelphia US-MD-Bowie US-MA-Burlington US-IL-Chicago ...

About Exponent Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!   Key statistics: - 950+ Consultants - 640+ Ph.D.s - 90+ Disciplines - 30+ Offices globally Our Opportunity We are currently seeking a Senior Managing Scientist - Residues for our Chemical Regulation and Food Safety Practice in Harrogate (UK), Nottingham (UK), London (UK), Dublin (IE), Mannheim (DE) or Basel (SW) offices; homeworking will also be considered. In this role you will work as part of the Pesticide Residues/dietary exposure team. You will be responsible for - Contributing to a leadership role in our highly skilled existing pesticide residues specialist team - Providing high-level strategic advice to Exponent’s clients on questions around pesticides residues, dietary safety and registration of agrochemicals, biocides and other chemicals - Interpretating regulations and guidelines relating to agrochemical registration and MRL/import tolerance-setting, especially in the EU - Managing and working on a range of projects, working closely with internal project managers and external clients - Managing, training and developing colleagues - Interpreting and summarising data from scientific studies, drawing sound scientific and regulatory conclusions to prepare high-quality regulatory submission documents and other responses or inputs to authorities on behalf of client companies - Developing a trusted reputation with a base of client contacts including discussions relating to Exponent’s wide range of services - Line management of staff You will have the following skills and qualifications - B.Sc. degree or equivalent in a chemical discipline - Excellent technical background relating to pesticide residues and dietary exposure - In-depth understanding of regulatory/authorisation procedures for crop-protection chemicals, especially in the EU - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Strong team working and leadership skills - Sound judgement - Decision-making ability - Where you do not already have this, motivation to establish a reputation as an expert consultant Desirable experience or knowledge would include any of: - The metabolism of organic compounds in plants or animals - Analytical chemistry, especially of crop-protection chemicals - The principles of exposure characterisation and risk assessment - Placement and conduct of scientific studies under GLP - Interpretation of data from scientific studies Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page]. Life @ Exponent To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment. Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference. Work Environment At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for​ building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities. We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. Benefits you will enjoy Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com. Job Locations UK-North Yorkshire-Harrogate UK-Nottingham UK-London IE-Fingal-Blanchardstown CH-Basel DE-Mannheim