Regulatory Consultant - Pesticide/Biocide Products
Yordas Group is a leading international provider of scientific and technical services, regulatory advice, sustainability services and training to industry in the fields of chemicals management and risk assessment. Originally founded to provide commercial services relating to the EU REACH Regulation, we now provide registration / notification services and global regulatory compliance and chemicals management support for many hundreds of clients in markets around the globe. We are headquartered in the UK, with offices in North America and Europe and representation in Asia Pacific, Eurasia and South America.
Job title Regulatory Consultant
Status Employee or Contractor
Grade Dependent on experience
Location Hamilton, ON / Remote Working in Canada
Salary range Dependent on experience, full time position
Date posted 22/06/2021
Contact recruitment@yordasgroup.com
Summary
Owing to the continued expansion of the business and greater demands for services, Yordas Group is looking to recruit a Regulatory Consultant to support our expanding business on Pesticide, Anti-Microbial, Pest Control and Plant Protection products in North America (biocides). The successful candidate will provide expert advice on biocide and plant protection product regulations, and collaborate with partners, to support companies to comply with regulatory requirements. The role involves extensive interaction with human health experts, ecotoxicologists and chemists, as well as supporting the growth and expansion of Yordas services on Biocides and Plant Protection Regulations.
Role and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Coordination and management of applications according to USA FIFRA, Canada Pest Control Products Act, and other biocides/pesticides/plant protection relevant federal and state/provincial legislation.
Providing compliance strategies for clients on the above regulations and equitable regulations globally such as EU PPP (Plant Protection Products) and BPR (Biocidal Product Regulation).
Providing compliance strategies for clients on related regulations such as TSCA, CEPA, REACH, GHS and relevant federal and state/provincial legislation, for example, California Prop 65.
Regular communications with clients, regulatory bodies and enforcement authorities
Supporting in the preparation of active ingredients/substances and product dossiers with subject experts
Developing and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the current and future regulatory requirements, and attending conferences to keep up to date with developments in the appropriate laws and guidance documents.
Profile and Qualifications
Required
Must have MSc or PhD in Biology, Chemistry, Health or Agricultural Science or equivalent
Robust knowledge and understanding of USA FIFRA, Canada Pest Control Products Act and associated regulations, with demonstrable experience as a regulatory specialist in industry or consultancy for at least 2-3 years
Desirable
Knowledge of IUCLID 6, R4BP, EUSES, PEARL
Knowledge in other regulatory areas as identified in the Roles and Responsibilities above
Application
Interested parties should apply directly to recruitment@yordasgroup.com providing a CV and covering letter before the closing date.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.