Biosafety & Chemical Safety Specialist

A&M University-San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-San Antonio seeks a Biosafety Officer / Chemical Safety Officer to lead biosafety and chemical safety programs across laboratories and classrooms. The role requires organizing, implementing, and maintaining safety compliance with university, system, and federal guidelines.

You will develop and deliver training, perform audits, and coordinate emergency procedures while serving on safety committees and liaising with regulators and the Compliance Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• 4 years of related experience.
• Preferred: degree in Chemistry, Biology, EHS, Industrial Hygiene, or Occupational Health & Safety.
• Master’s degree preferred or combined with experience.
• Certifications such as CBSP, RBP, CIH, CSP or CHMM are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing chemical and environmental health and safety programs to meet regulatory requirements.
• Establish documents, communicate standards, and procedures.
• Develop and deliver training for EH&S programs.
• Coordinate emergency response procedures and liaison with regulatory bodies.
• Conduct field audits for compliance and prepare corrective actions.
• Monitor biotech and chemical safety compliance in labs and teaching spaces.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, EHS, Industrial Hygiene, or Occupational Health & Safety

Master’s degree preferred or 5+ years experience

Certified Biosafety Professional (CBSP) or related certifications

Job description

Texas A&M University-San Antonio seeks a Biosafety Officer / Chemical Safety Officer to lead biosafety and chemical safety programs across laboratories and classrooms. The role requires organizing, implementing, and maintaining safety compliance with university, system, and federal guidelines.

You will develop and deliver training, perform audits, and coordinate emergency procedures while serving on safety committees and liaising with regulators and the Compliance Office.