Laboratory Safety Specialist
1 month ago
Job no: 524405
Work type: Staff Full Time
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Env & Emergency Management
Pay Grade: P18
Categories: Laboratory & Research, Environmental Health & Safety
General Summary of Position:
Reporting to the Laboratory Safety Manager, the Laboratory Safety Specialist has multi-faceted responsibilities for the general oversight, implementation and administration of the University's comprehensive Laboratory Safety and Compliance Program and assisting other EHS programs as required. The Laboratory Safety Specialist identifies deficiencies, implements corrective actions, provides safety training and awareness throughout the university community to assure safe practices and compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and best management practices. The successful candidate assists the University in effecting compliance with various Federal, State, and Local regulatory requirements and University Policies.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
- Bachelor's Degree in Sciences, or Environmental Health and Safety
- Five years of experience in health and safety within a research laboratory environment
- Must be able to complete a 40-hour HAZWOPER Training and willing to be part of our 24/7 emergency response team
- Must be able to wear air purifying respirators or SCBA
- Must have RCRA, DOT/IATA Training or able to pass course within six months
- Must be committed to professional growth
- The ability to work effectively with diverse groups
Technology Skills Required:
- Must be proficient in technology use; database development, querying, word processing, spreadsheet development, using Microsoft Office to accomplish work related tasks as required
- Demonstrated ability to perform Internet or library research to synthesize technical and regulatory information for decision making. Must be able to use, calibrate and troubleshoot industrial hygiene monitoring equipment
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
- Understanding of Code of Mass Regulation (CMR) 310 (Haz Waste Rules)
- Understanding of Indoor Air Quality guidelines,
- Understanding of laboratory best practices, NFPA 45 and 30, OSHA
- Understanding of Laboratory Safety Equipment
- Experience Shipping Hazardous Materials (DOT/IATA)
- Understanding of concepts of Biosafety,
- Understanding of Asbestos and Microbial programs
- Must have good oral and written communication skills
- Must be a motivated self-starter requiring minimum supervision
- Previous experience working with an academic institution, or healthcare facility desirable
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Only Internal Professional (SEIU 888 Professional Union) Bargaining candidates will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.
This is an SEIU 888 Professional Union position, Grade P18.
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.
Advertised: Jul 31 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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