EH&S Specialist: Protecting Research & Patient Care

Life Science Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision

Dental

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability

Retirement

Family life support

Employee assistance program

Onsite health clinic

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, WA is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist to support safety programs across biosafety, chemical hygiene, and emergency preparedness. The role involves inspections, training, and data management reported to the EH&S Manager.

You will develop plans and procedures, oversee EH&S software systems, participate in on‑call rotations, and help ensure regulatory compliance across research and clinical operations.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in related field or 5 years similar experience may substitute.
• Two or more years experience supporting environmental, health, and safety programs in research, healthcare, or related field.
• Must possess good writing, analytical, verbal communication and computer skills.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to wear a respirator and required personal protective equipment.
• Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety inspections, document, track, and elevate deficiencies as appropriate. Provide just-in-time education to operational leaders regarding safety concerns and necessary resolution.
• Develops and maintains written plans, procedures, and applicable training and presents reports to committees and workgroups on various EH&S topics.
• Conducts training sessions for general workforce members including, use of personal protective equipment, fire drills and emergency response, lab safety, construction safety protocol, and more.
• Conduct safety risk assessments across biosafety, industrial and chemical hygiene, hazardous materials, environment of care, and emergency preparedness programs. Responds to safety concerns or developing incidents with the potential to disrupt operations. Fulfills rotational on-call responsibilities.
• Support and oversee EH&S software systems and databases to ensure processes are followed and verify data is accurately maintained, including data correction, end user training, and system trouble shooting.
• Support the EH&S team at large in program management to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations across both research and clinical operations.
• This role may have varied responsibilities based on the specific specialty area and business needs.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Written communication

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Independent work

Education

BA/BS in related field

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, WA is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist to support safety programs across biosafety, chemical hygiene, and emergency preparedness. The role involves inspections, training, and data management reported to the EH&S Manager.

You will develop plans and procedures, oversee EH&S software systems, participate in on‑call rotations, and help ensure regulatory compliance across research and clinical operations.