Senior / Managing Consultant - Product Stewardship
Yordas Group, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie I institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting. The New York Times has called it “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC’s momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co‑op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at
uc.edu .
UC is a mission‑driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors.
Job Overview The P&G Digital Accelerator@UC is seeking an environmental scientist to help develop novel methods to assess the environmental hazard profile of polymers. The successful candidate will help design and execute experiments that are tailored to evaluate the bioavailability and environmental hazard of polymers in environmentally relevant exposure scenarios.
Essential Functions
Conduct research experiments to assess environmental hazard for polymers, including experimental design, laboratory execution, data analysis, and statistical quality control.
Collaborate with scientists at the University of Cincinnati as well as Procter & Gamble to develop novel methods and capabilities.
PhD Degree in environmental science, including environmental toxicology, molecular biology, environmental risk assessment, or closely related areas.
Required Experience
Solid understanding of chemical phys/chem properties.
Strong experimental design and problem‑solving skills.
Engage trainings that are needed for job performance such as safety, data analysis and quality control.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Strong “wet lab” skills, hands‑on laboratory experience in standard regulatory environmental hazard methods preferred (e.g., OECD/EPA/ISO methods for algae, invertebrates, fish alternative approaches).
Experience with environmental analytical chemistry such as measurement tools will be a plus.
Demonstrated attention to detail is critical. Must be able to critically evaluate complex data sets and apply new approaches to solve complex environmental testing questions.
The individual must be a team player with a “roll up your sleeves” attitude and able to partner with a multi‑functional team to define and execute against experimental requirements.
Excellent adaptability and flexibility, and most importantly excellent learning capabilities with an open mindset.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work‑Life Balance
UC prioritizes work‑life balance with a generous time‑off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
Competitive salary based on experience
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E‑Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I‑9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at
jobs@uc.edu .
Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
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uc.edu .
UC is a mission‑driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors.
Job Overview The P&G Digital Accelerator@UC is seeking an environmental scientist to help develop novel methods to assess the environmental hazard profile of polymers. The successful candidate will help design and execute experiments that are tailored to evaluate the bioavailability and environmental hazard of polymers in environmentally relevant exposure scenarios.
Essential Functions
Conduct research experiments to assess environmental hazard for polymers, including experimental design, laboratory execution, data analysis, and statistical quality control.
Collaborate with scientists at the University of Cincinnati as well as Procter & Gamble to develop novel methods and capabilities.
PhD Degree in environmental science, including environmental toxicology, molecular biology, environmental risk assessment, or closely related areas.
Required Experience
Solid understanding of chemical phys/chem properties.
Strong experimental design and problem‑solving skills.
Engage trainings that are needed for job performance such as safety, data analysis and quality control.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Strong “wet lab” skills, hands‑on laboratory experience in standard regulatory environmental hazard methods preferred (e.g., OECD/EPA/ISO methods for algae, invertebrates, fish alternative approaches).
Experience with environmental analytical chemistry such as measurement tools will be a plus.
Demonstrated attention to detail is critical. Must be able to critically evaluate complex data sets and apply new approaches to solve complex environmental testing questions.
The individual must be a team player with a “roll up your sleeves” attitude and able to partner with a multi‑functional team to define and execute against experimental requirements.
Excellent adaptability and flexibility, and most importantly excellent learning capabilities with an open mindset.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work‑Life Balance
UC prioritizes work‑life balance with a generous time‑off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
Competitive salary based on experience
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E‑Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I‑9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at
jobs@uc.edu .
Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
#J-18808-Ljbffr