Laboratory Safety Lead (Remote/Hybrid) & Training

AgUpdate; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University is seeking a Laboratory Safety Specialist for the Department of Environmental Health & Safety to support safety training, inspections, and risk assessments in research laboratories and support spaces. The role includes equipment ventilation assessment and contributing to safety projects.

The position also involves being part of the Emergency Response Team on a rotating schedule, with on-call duties before, during, and after business hours, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a research laboratory, safety department, or environmental compliance.
• Ability to obtain IATA and DOT hazardous materials shipping certifications.
• Background check and pre-employment screenings required.

Responsibilities

• Support the laboratory safety program through training, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Assess ventilation equipment and provide risk assessments of lab-related work.
• Serve as rotating member of the Emergency Response Team, responding to emergencies before, during, and after business hours.

Skills

Laboratory safety experience

Education

B.S. in Biology

A.S. in Biology

Job description

Brown University is seeking a Laboratory Safety Specialist for the Department of Environmental Health & Safety to support safety training, inspections, and risk assessments in research laboratories and support spaces. The role includes equipment ventilation assessment and contributing to safety projects.

The position also involves being part of the Emergency Response Team on a rotating schedule, with on-call duties before, during, and after business hours, including weekends and holidays.