Research and Laboratory Safety Specialist

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Research and Laboratory Safety Specialist to oversee campus laboratory safety programs, implement safety policies, and provide guidance on biosafety, radiation safety, and hazardous materials.

You will conduct audits, develop documentation, review SOPs, and train researchers on safety principles, ensuring compliance with NIH guidelines, OSHA standards, and related regulations across research operations.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, virology, biochemistry, physics, engineering, or related life/physical-science area or equivalent experience/education.
• 1+ year experience in laboratory safety.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards relative to laboratory safety ( OSHA Laboratory Standard).
• Ability to work independently and organize/prioritize assignments.
• Ability to work with a diverse population and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Aufgaben

• Conduct campus audits in areas of laboratory safety, chemical safety, radiation safety, biological safety, laser safety, and hazardous waste.
• Develop, review, and disseminate documentation relating to the Research/Laboratory Safety programs and processes, including drafting safety‑related communications and technical guidance documents.
• Assist with reviewing Standard Operating Procedures, including researching appropriate hazard control and mitigation strategies, including engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment ( PPE ) needs for laboratory research operations.
• Support research initiatives involving biosafety, radiation safety, and hazardous materials, and assist key safety officers with implementing compliance plans and procedures.
• Collaborate with researchers in maintaining and complying with the Controlled Substances program.
• Train and advise researchers on biosafety, radiation safety, and laboratory safety principles.
• Ensure compliance with NIH Guidelines, Radiation Control regulations, OSHA standards, and laboratory waste management rules.
• Provide support to the Radiation Safety Committee.
• Monitor federal standards changes and advise on potential impacts, drafting comments for proposed changes.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, injuries, and complaints concerning potential hazards or unsafe conditions.

Kenntnisse

Laboratory safety

Regulatory knowledge

Technical writing

Communication skills

Independent work

Diversity & collaboration

Driver's license

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology/virology/biochemistry/physics/engineering or related

Advanced degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Research and Laboratory Safety Specialist

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, and numerous others. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

As a Research and Laboratory Safety Specialist, you will:

• Conduct campus audits in areas of laboratory safety, chemical safety, radiation safety, biological safety, laser safety, and hazardous waste.
• Develop, review, and disseminate documentation relating to the Research/Laboratory Safety programs and processes, including drafting safety‑related communications and technical guidance documents.
• Assists with reviewing Standard Operating Procedures, including researching appropriate hazard control and mitigation strategies, including engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment ( PPE ) needs for laboratory research operations.
• Support research initiatives involving biosafety, radiation safety, and hazardous materials, and assist key safety officers with implementing compliance plans and procedures.
• Collaborate with researchers in maintaining and complying with the Controlled Substances program.
• Train and advise researchers on biosafety, radiation safety, and laboratory safety principles.
• Ensure compliance with NIH Guidelines, Radiation Control regulations, OSHA standards, and laboratory waste management rules.
• Provide support to the Radiation Safety Committee.
• Monitor federal standards changes and advise on potential impacts, drafting comments for proposed changes.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, injuries, and complaints concerning potential hazards or unsafe conditions.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, virology, biochemistry, physics, engineering, or other related life/physical-science area or equivalent experience/education.
• 1+ year experience in laboratory safety.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards relative to laboratory safety ( OSHA Laboratory Standard).
• Ability to work independently and organize/prioritize assignments.
• Ability to work with a diverse population and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in biological sciences, microbiology, virology, molecular biology, health physics, public health or related science; education, training, and relevant work experience is considered equivalent to an advanced degree.
• Experience in applying biosafety, radiation safety, and/or laboratory safety and containment principles and regulations in a research-intensive environment or other.
• Experience in the use of ionizing radiation in research applications.
• Experience with recombinant DNA , synthetic nucleic acid, and microbiological laboratory techniques.
• Experience in a life/physical sciences-related research laboratory.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, standards, principles, and practices such as biological safety (e.g., NIH Guidelines, BMBL , Select Agent Regulations) and radiation safety ( NRC and State Radiation Control).
• Proficient in standard microbiological laboratory techniques and methods.
• Understanding of facility design and operation associated with various biosafety containment levels and organisms (human, plant, and animal pathogens, genetically-modified plants and animals, large and small animals, etc.).
• Competent in standard laboratory techniques using radioactive material or supporting a research-based radiation safety program.
• Familiarity with general molecular biology techniques.
• Health and/or safety-related professional certifications.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required: Yes

Physical Required: No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre‑employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Criminal History Background Check Required: Yes

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Location: Lincoln, NE

Job Category: Managerial/Professional

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No