Laboratory Safety & Chemical Hygiene Specialist

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Environment, Health & Safety seeks a Chemical Safety Specialist to implement and improve laboratory safety programs across its research, instructional, and operational activities. The role provides technical consultation, conducts hazard assessments, and develops training to promote compliant, safe laboratory practices.

You will participate in hazardous materials emergency response, investigations, and continuous process improvements, with responsibilities spanning research labs,

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional experience in a comprehensive environmental health and safety program.
• Ability to initiate and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, staff and students.
• Strong written and oral communication across diverse audiences.
• Experience developing safety training and materials.
• Ability to work on-site and occasionally outside standard hours.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical knowledge to implement and improve laboratory and chemical safety programs.
• Provide technical consultation on chemical, laboratory and research safety requirements.
• Develop and deliver safety training and safety management plans.
• Conduct lab hazard assessments and compliance evaluations.
• Participate in hazardous materials emergency response and incident investigations.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives across departments.

Skills

Technical communication

Hazard assessment

Safety program management

Team collaboration

Independent judgment under pressure

Adult education material development

On-site work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a scientific field

Equivalent combination of education/experience

Job description

UCLA Environment, Health & Safety seeks a Chemical Safety Specialist to implement and improve laboratory safety programs across its research, instructional, and operational activities. The role provides technical consultation, conducts hazard assessments, and develops training to promote compliant, safe laboratory practices.

You will participate in hazardous materials emergency response, investigations, and continuous process improvements, with responsibilities spanning research labs,