Biosafety Specialist 2

Stanford Reglab; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University’s Department of Environmental Health and Safety seeks a Biosafety Specialist II to join the Biosafety & Biosecurity team. The role ensures safe use of biohazardous materials, reviews gene transfer trials for biosafety panels, and communicates with the IRB as needed.

You will provide technical guidance on NIH/Cal OSHA guidelines and support campus-wide biosafety initiatives. Preferred candidates hold a MA/PhD in Life Sciences with at least three years in a BSL-2+ laboratory

Qualifications

• M.A./Ph.D. in Life Sciences (Microbiology, Immunology, Genetics, Molecular Biology) or related field.
• Three years of research laboratory experience in a BSL-2 or higher containment.
• Experience with human clinical research and familiarity with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain biosafety programs for campus laboratories and facilities.
• Review gene transfer trials using recombinant nucleic acids or infectious agents for Administrative Panel on Biosafety readiness.
• Provide guidance on government regulations and university policies related to biosafety and health.
• Deliver training and raise awareness on environmental, health, and safety activities.

Skills

Hazard assessment

Regulatory interpretation

Technical writing

Training delivery

Communication

Education

MA/PhD in Life Sciences

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field

Job description

The Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) at Stanford University is the principal health and safety office at Stanford University. We support and advance the teaching, learning and research activities at Stanford by promoting a safe and healthy campus environment. Our mission is to provide and coordinate programs and services that minimize safety, health, environmental and regulatory risks in a manner consistent with fiscal and environmental stewardship. We are comprised of 9 technical groups with more than 50 specialists who work in the field with top researchers, faculty, staff, and students to support the mission and research of Stanford University. The work environment is team-oriented, collaborative, deadline-driven, and dynamic.

In addition to providing routine EH&S program services, our staff provides support as needed during University emergencies. All EH&S staff are to comply with governmental regulations and University policies and procedures regarding health and safety and are expected to serve as strong models and advocates for research health and safety.

The Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) seeks a Biosafety Specialist II to join the Biosafety & Biosecurity team which oversees all Stanford University work with biohazardous materials and/or recombinant DNA and synthetic nucleic acids. Reporting to the Assistant Director of the Biosafety & Biosecurity group of EH&S and with limited supervision you will ensure the safe use of campus biological agents, recombinant DNA and biohazards in accordance with Cal OSHA, NIH Guidelines and other applicable regulations. The Biosafety Specialist (BSP) will proactively ensure the minimization of risk related to non-compliance with regulations and policies governing the conduct of biomedical research. This position will provide support to other laboratory safety programs across the university to promote the safety of faculty, staff and students. Working with other members of the Biosafety team you will review Clinical Gene Transfer trials using recombinant nucleic acids or infectious agents in preparation for the Administrative Panel on Biosafety, including communication with the Stanford University IRB as needed.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• M.A/Ph.D. in Life Sciences (Microbiology, Immunology, Genetics, Molecular Biology) or other similar concentration
• Research laboratory experience (3+ years) in a BSL-2 or higher containment
• Experience with human clinical research

Plan, direct or serve as technical specialist for environmental, health, and safety programs that support the university's teaching and research mission. Programs include functional specialization areas such as: industrial hygiene; occupational health; environmental protection; remediation; health physics; hazardous materials; chemical, bio, fire, laser, laboratory, and radiation safety; security; and emergency response.

Drivers License Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver's License.
• Ability to drive day and night.
• When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.

Core Duties:

• Develop, implement, and maintain programs, systems, and procedures necessary to ensure the overall safety and health of employees and the community.
• May develop and conduct employee and student training, education, and awareness of environmental, safety and health activities, and/or programs.
• Identify, assess, and monitor workplace hazards (including but not limited to, chemical, physical, biological, and radiological) that could be present in the work area; remediate hazards, and/or recommend improvements to minimize hazard potential.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, injuries, and complaints concerning potential hazards or unsafe conditions in the work place.
• Recommend improvements in processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment to minimize hazard potential.
• Provide technical advice and university interpretation of various government regulations and university policies; maintain working knowledge of specific government regulations.
• May act as a lead or technical expert, and provide direction to less experienced personnel working on health/safety programs.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree in arts/science in related allied/scientific field

Minimum Experience:

Three years progressively responsible experience in occupational safety and health, emergency response/management, environmental science, and/or allied/scientific field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to conduct effective health and safety surveys, quantitative and qualitative exposure/risk assessments, and data analyses; ability to provide recommendations for exposure/risk control.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with diverse audiences; ability to explain technical concepts clearly and concisely.
• Ability to maintain current knowledge of and interpret specific government agency requirements (statutes, regulations, licenses, and permits) and university policies.
• Working knowledge of the scientific and technical aspects of various regulatory requirements and potential impact on assigned work area(s).