Also called: Risk Assessment Scientist
Calculates how much exposure to a chemical is safe for people, guiding regulations.
Reviews studies on a chemical found in drinking water, builds a model of how much people drink and absorb, and recommends a safe limit.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Doctorate (PhD), about 10 years after high school. Master's or PhD in toxicology, public health, or environmental science.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Toxicology, Public Health, Environmental Science.
Growing faster than average (about 5% over 10 years). Estimate.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. AI builds exposure models and reviews studies fast; fewer assessors, with final safety limits staying human.
Classes: AP Statistics, AP Chemistry, AP Biology.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-2041.
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