Certified Industrial Hygienist - (Pharmaceutical & Lab)

BSI Consulting; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,800 - 116,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Group-sponsored health and dental

401k plan with company match

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Certified Industrial Hygienist for their Boston location. The role involves conducting industrial hygiene assessments and exposure monitoring, with responsibilities that include data analysis and regulatory compliance. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience and a degree in Industrial Hygiene or related fields. This full-time position offers competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of technical IH experience, preferably in consulting or laboratory environments.
• Demonstrated ability to perform sampling, conduct assessments, and complete statistical reporting.
• Strong knowledge of Fed-OSHA and EHS regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical industrial hygiene assessments including air, noise, and chemical sampling.
• Plan and execute exposure monitoring studies with appropriate methodologies.
• Conduct data analysis and prepare detailed, defensible reports.

Skills

Technical industrial hygiene assessments

Data analysis and statistical evaluation

Independent sampling and planning

Excellent written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

IH data tools

Statistical software

Job description

BSI Consulting Services is a trusted and agenda-shaping partner providing ‘best practice’ technical, regulatory, and business expertise and intelligence for our clients’ most critical EHS, Supply Chain, and Digital risks and opportunities to achieve greater resilience, impact, and future-readiness.

About the role:

BSI is looking for a strong, Certified Industrial Hygienist to join our dynamic EHS team in the vibrant Boston, MA area. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of hands‑on IH experience, with the proven ability to independently perform exposure assessments, plan and execute sampling strategies, and analyze and report results using sound statistical methods.

This full‑time Associate Consultant role is based at a high‑profile biopharmaceutical laboratory and research facility, offering the opportunity to apply your expertise in a fast‑paced, innovative environment. You'll be supported by a collaborative team and enjoy comprehensive benefits while helping world‑class clients enhance their safety and environmental practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform technical industrial hygiene assessments, including air, noise, and chemical sampling.
• Plan and execute exposure monitoring studies, selecting appropriate methodologies and equipment.
• Conduct data analysis and statistical evaluation of sampling results; prepare detailed, defensible reports with actionable recommendations.
• Manage laboratory inspections, document unsafe conditions, and collaborate with staff to develop JHAs and identify project‑specific risks.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions to ensure continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Organize safety meetings with senior leadership to proactively address hazards.
• Oversee chemical management processes, including new chemical approval, storage, segregation, and compliance checks.
• Conduct periodic hazardous chemical inventory reviews and lead compliance initiatives.
• Deliver lab safety training (e.g., BBP, Safe Start) to new hires and current employees.
• Lead Large Quantity Generator waste management program and develop contingency plans.
• Provide consulting on spill response, cleanup procedures, and local agency reporting.
• Support biosafety, hazard communication, and chemical safety program implementation.
• Monitor and evaluate COVID‑19 safety measures related to workplace population density, PPE, and sanitation.
• Stay current and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations (experience in Cambridge, MA compliance is a plus).

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of technical IH experience, preferably in consulting or laboratory environments.
• Demonstrated ability to independently perform sampling, plan studies, conduct assessments, and complete statistical reporting.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and accident investigations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing client‑ready reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with IH data tools and statistical software is a plus.
• Preferred certifications: CIH, ASP, CSP, or CHMM (not required, but highly valued).
• Strong knowledge of Fed‑OSHA and EHS regulatory compliance; local Cambridge experience is a plus.

What we offer:

BSI offers a competitive salary, group‑sponsored health and dental, short‑term and long‑term disability, a company‑matched 401k plan, company‑paid life insurance, 11 paid holidays and 4 weeks paid time off.

The salary for this position can range from $80,800 to $116,600 annually; actual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s competencies, level of experience, education, location, divisional budget and internal peer compensation comparisons.

D&I Policy

BSI is committed to ensuring the diversity of our workforce reflects that of our clients and the communities in which we operate. Our goal is to create a sense of belonging for all employees by providing opportunities to develop, grow, and engage with our global organization all while having fun doing great work. BSI is a community where everyone can thrive.

If you require any reasonable accommodations to be made on account of a disability or impairment throughout our recruiting process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.