Lab Safety & Compliance Lead – Academic & Research

San José State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University seeks an Associate Director of Academic & Research Safety to lead environmental health and safety programs across campus, including laboratory safety, chemical hygiene, biosafety and hazardous materials management. The role engages with faculty, researchers, and regulators to strengthen safety culture and compliance.

The incumbent oversees the Campus Biosafety Officer duties, supervises professional staff, and partners with campus leadership to improve safety programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Biological Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, or related field.
• Five years of professional work experience in a large, complex organization managing environmental health and safety programs.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating across departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead EH&S programs supporting academic and research operations including laboratory safety and hazardous materials management.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Policy development

Training delivery

Communication

Risk assessment

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Biosafety knowledge

Laboratory safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety

Five years of relevant management experience

Master’s degree or PhD preferred

CIH/REHS/CSP preferred

Job description

San José State University seeks an Associate Director of Academic & Research Safety to lead environmental health and safety programs across campus, including laboratory safety, chemical hygiene, biosafety and hazardous materials management. The role engages with faculty, researchers, and regulators to strengthen safety culture and compliance.

The incumbent oversees the Campus Biosafety Officer duties, supervises professional staff, and partners with campus leadership to improve safety programs