Laboratory Safety Manager

Baylor University; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor University seeks a Lab Safety Program Manager to oversee health and safety programs for 150+ teaching and research labs across 18 departments. You will work with the EHS team to promote a responsible safety culture within a Christian university community.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of relevant experience; a master’s degree and 5+ years are preferred. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience required.
• Master's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health and safety programs across 150+ lab groups in 18 departments.
• Manage SciShield, the university's laboratory management software.
• Perform laboratory inspections tailored to lab type and hazards.
• Advise researchers on health and safety concerns campus-wide.
• Develop and deliver specialized training to augment SciShield.
• Chair the Laboratory Safety Committee.
• Investigate laboratory incidents and ensure corrective actions.

Skills

Lab safety

Program management

Training delivery

Regulatory compliance

Inspections

Incident investigation

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SciShield

Job description

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We are Looking For

The position of Lab Safety Program Manager supports the mission of Baylor University through providing oversight for the health and safety programs of over 150 teaching and research groups across 18 departments on campus. The manager ensures that teaching and research activities within these labs are conducted in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations through the development, implementation, and monitoring of preventative measures and initiatives. This work is fostered through collaborative partnerships with the faculty, staff, and students who work in the various laboratories across campus, as well as various external partners. The manager works with the EHS team to actively promote a positive, responsible, integrated safety culture in the context of a Christian university community.

A bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience are required. A master's degree and five years of relevant experience is preferred.

Additional experience or education will be considered in lieu of one another.

Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.

What You Will Do

• Work across over 150 lab groups representing 18 departments across campus
• Manage SciShield, the university's laboratory management software
• Perform laboratory inspections tailored to the type of lab and hazards
• Advise researchers across campus on a variety of health and safety concerns
• Develop and deliver specialized training to augment what is provided through SciShield
• Chair the Laboratory Safety Committee
• Investigate laboratory incidents
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with University policiesMaintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• generous time off
• tuition remission
• outstanding automatic retirement contributions

To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!