Toxicologist

About the role

Chevron ENGINE, the Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center in Bengaluru, India, is hiring a Toxicologist. The role provides subject-matter expertise and technical solutions so that Chevron products can be handled and marketed safely, sustainably and in compliance with global regulations. It is based at Chevron ENGINE in Bengaluru.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and classify health hazards, exposures and potential health risks of chemicals associated with petroleum products and materials, especially those linked to Chevron operations.
• Work with Chevron Operating Companies, including product development and product stewardship groups, to recommend testing, labeling, SDSs, exposure standards and other product stewardship measures in line with regulations.
• Take part in industry trade associations, technical work groups and scientific advocacy committees on toxicology, risk assessment and exposure assessment issues.
• Keep up to date with proposed legislation and regulatory changes affecting chemicals of interest, and understand international, federal and state product health safety regulations.
• Monitor technical literature and databases for new scientific information on petroleum-based materials and products.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Toxicology, Pharmacology, Environmental Toxicology, Chemistry, Biological Sciences or a closely related discipline.
• Typically 4-6 years of experience in toxicology, chemical or product safety, hazard classification, QSAR or regulatory toxicology.
• Experience in oil and gas, petroleum, petrochemicals, chemicals, specialty chemicals, consumer products, pharmaceuticals, contract research, regulatory consulting or another regulated industry.
• Demonstrated success in cross-functional and geographically distributed teams, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferred: PhD in Toxicology or a related discipline; experience with GHS classification, read-across or weight-of-evidence assessment; familiarity with petroleum toxicology or DM&C processes.

Required skills

• Toxicological hazard identification, dose-response concepts, exposure assessment and health-risk assessment.
• Scientific weight-of-evidence evaluation and critical appraisal of studies and databases.
• Ability to document a defensible technical rationale and turn findings into risk-management recommendations.

What we offer

• Opportunities to take part in world-leading energy projects and grow within an inclusive, collaborative workplace.
• Structured learning, mentorship and projects aligned with Chevron's values.
• Comprehensive benefits supporting health, well-being and work-life balance.
• Standard work week Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm or 1:30pm to 10:30pm, aligned to global business needs.

Chevron does not sponsor employment visas or consider candidates on time-limited visa status for this position. Apply through the online application form.