Toxicologist

Average Salary
$83,955
$45,350
$145,370
Degree Requirements
Master's Degree
Career Focus

Toxicology is often referred to as the “Science of Safety” – toxicologists use the power of science to test and predict how various chemicals may cause harm. These scientists typically have a strong understanding of science and biology – working primarily in laboratory settings to study the effects and proper doses of substances ranging from pesticides to prescription drugs. Toxicologists play a key role in protecting public health, the environment and animal welfare.

Also known as: Operational Researcher, Clinical Microbiologist, Product Development Scientist, Field Trials Officer, Forensic Toxicologist
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Management of Materials
Mathematics
Monitoring
Operations Analysis
Quality Control Analysis
Science
Social Perceptiveness
Systems Analysis
Systems Evaluation
Plan and conduct experiments
Collect and analyze data
Determine effects of exposure to substances
Draw conclusions on the effect of substances
Communicate findings in the form of written reports and recommendations
Develop methods for testing substance safety
Work mostly in laboratory settings

Modern industries provide us with convenience and comfort—but unfortunately there is potential for dangerous waste and pollutants as well. When these pollutants endanger the quality of our air, soil and water, environmental engineers strive to solve these pressing issues and improve conditions. They work to advance issues like waste disposal, unsafe drinking water, recycling and sustainability.

Also known as: Air Pollution Control Engineer, Environmental Analyst, Environmental Remediation Specialist, Global Director Air and Climate Change, Hazardous Substances Engineer, Regulatory Environmental Compliance Manager, Sanitary Engineer
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Personnel Management
Mathematics
Monitoring
Negotiation
Persuasion
Science
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Systems Analysis
Systems Evaluation
Analyze scientific data to determine the environmental impact of human activities
Design environmental protection projects
Advise industrial project stakeholders how to comply with environmental regulations
Collaborate and communicate with government and regulatory agencies
Provide technical support for contamination clean-up
Prepare and review environmental investigation reports
Create and update plans and standard operating procedures
Obtain necessary project permits

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