Laboratory Safety Technician

CSS Inc; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CSS Inc. has an immediate opening for a Laboratory Safety Technician to provide occupational safety services at our client site, the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD.

The role focuses on conducting laboratory hazard assessments, gathering process information, hazards and controls, and supporting safety program development. Ideal candidates will have strong writing and oral communication skills, be detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a team while managing multiple tasks

Qualifications

• BS degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Biology or related discipline.
• 1+ years of laboratory safety experience and health procedures.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory hazard assessments and surveys.
• Obtain basic information on processes, hazards and controls.
• Support development of laboratory safety programs.
• Ensure lab personnel are aware of safety resources and requirements.

Skills

Lab safety knowledge

Written & verbal communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Federal government experience

Education

BS degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Biology or related discipline

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

CSS has an immediate opening for a Laboratory Safety Technician to provide occupational safety services at our client site, the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. Candidates should have experience and knowledge in conducting laboratory hazard assessments and supporting the development of laboratory safety programs. The Laboratory Safety Specialist will be responsible for conducting laboratory surveys, obtaining basic information on processes, hazards and controls, and ensuring laboratory personnel are aware of safety resources and general requirements. The position requires a team-oriented professional with strong organization skills as well as excellent writing and oral communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Biology or related discipline
• One or more years of laboratory experience with experience with safety and health procedures and protocols.
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Computer skills including: Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work as a solid contributor in a team environment
• Capable of multi-tasking and changing direction depending on work load
• Previous Federal government experience

At CSS, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and merit-based workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, ensuring that hiring and employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, and performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.