Laboratory Safety Leader – CAP/CLIA Compliance & Training

Tempus AI, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive compensation

Restricted stock units

Medical benefits

Job summary

Tempus AI, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Safety Manager to oversee enterprise safety and emergency management policies across all laboratory operations.

The role ensures regulatory compliance with CAP/CLIA, NYS, OSHA, FDA, and DOT guidelines and maintains up-to-date Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all labs. The position combines hands-on safety program management with training, audits, incident reporting, and continuous process improvement, including supervising staff and coordinating with Quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, environmental health, chemistry, biology, or a closely related scientific field.
• At least 5 years of experience in an EHS-related role is desired.
• Experience working in CLIA/CAP laboratory is desired.
• Knowledge of state and federal safety regulations for work environment and personnel.
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee enterprise safety and emergency management policies.
• Develop, review, revise, and maintain laboratory safety policies.
• Ensure compliance with CAP/CLIA, NYS, OSHA, FDA, and DOT safety regulations.
• Monitor handling and disposal of chemicals and biohazardous materials and coordinate hazardous waste disposal.
• Manage Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure complete binders.
• Manage incident reporting and safety audits.
• Establish PPE protocols and ensure training completion.
• Train staff for emergencies including fires, spills, exposures, and natural hazards.
• Maintain safety equipment and annual safety training.
• Lead safety committee and safety discussions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, environmental health, chemistry, biology, or a closely related scientific field

Job description

Tempus AI, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Safety Manager to oversee enterprise safety and emergency management policies across all laboratory operations.

The role ensures regulatory compliance with CAP/CLIA, NYS, OSHA, FDA, and DOT guidelines and maintains up-to-date Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all labs. The position combines hands-on safety program management with training, audits, incident reporting, and continuous process improvement, including supervising staff and coordinating with Quality