Onsite Industrial Hygiene Specialist - Security-Cleared

Applied Research Associates, Inc.; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Hygiene Specialist to identify, evaluate, and control workspace environmental factors affecting workers' health and safety.

This onsite role at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance. Responsibilities include developing training on hazard recognition, staying current with OSHA/EPA standards, and conducting risk assessments of chemicals, dust, and noise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health, industrial hygiene, engineering, chemistry or biological sciences, plus 2-4 years of related work experience.
• US citizenship with the ability to obtain security clearance.
• Experience with process safety and material handling ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to obtain DOT medical clearance and pass a drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver training programs to educate workers on hazard recognition, safe work practices, and the proper use of protective equipment.
• Staying updated with OSHA, NISHOH, and EPA standards relevant to industrial environments.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and monitor exposure to harmful substances such as chemical, dusts, and noise.

Skills

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Hazard recognition

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational health/related field

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Hygiene Specialist to identify, evaluate, and control workspace environmental factors affecting workers' health and safety.

This onsite role at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance. Responsibilities include developing training on hazard recognition, staying current with OSHA/EPA standards, and conducting risk assessments of chemicals, dust, and noise.