Occupational Safety & Compliance Lead — Lab & Research

Binghamton University, State University of New York; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Binghamton University is seeking an Occupational Safety Specialist to advance its environmental health and safety programs. The role develops, implements, and evaluates health and safety policies across laboratories, classrooms, and animal care facilities.

Collaborate with campus safety teams to ensure regulatory compliance, deliver training, and lead hazard assessments. A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master of Public Health is preferred. Salary ranges reflect SUNY standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental health, biological sciences, public health, or related field.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, laboratory safety practices, and hazard assessment principles.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, researchers, staff, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, promote, and assess occupational health and safety policies, programs, and procedures.
• Monitor and communicate changes in OSHA and NYS regulatory requirements affecting operations.
• Design and deliver safety training programs for faculty, staff, students, and others.
• Recommend corrective actions to reduce workplace hazards and improve safety performance.
• Collaborate with Radiation Safety Officer and Biosafety Officer to support compliance.
• Conduct respirator fit testing and maintain records.
• Support IACUC and other safety-related committees and reviews.

Skills

Occupational safety knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Public health mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master of Public Health or equivalent

Job description

Binghamton University is seeking an Occupational Safety Specialist to advance its environmental health and safety programs. The role develops, implements, and evaluates health and safety policies across laboratories, classrooms, and animal care facilities.

Collaborate with campus safety teams to ensure regulatory compliance, deliver training, and lead hazard assessments. A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master of Public Health is preferred. Salary ranges reflect SUNY standards.