Research Hazardous Waste Program Lead

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a Hazardous Waste Manager to lead the hazardous waste program across its research enterprise. You will ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials, reporting to the Associate Director of Chemical Safety and working with institutional partners to uphold compliance and best practices.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in a related field, a related degree, and experience with EPA, OSHA, DOT regulations, and RCRA.

Qualifications

• College or university degree in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience in a related discipline.
• Guides compliance activities aligned with the University's strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain policies and procedures for hazardous materials management.
• Conduct inspections and audits of campus facilities and practices.
• Supervise the University's hazardous waste vendor and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain records, waste determinations, manifests, and required reports.
• Provide emergency response support and coordinate on-call safety activities.
• Collaborate with Environmental Health and Safety teams and university partners.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The University of Chicago is seeking a Hazardous Waste Manager to lead the hazardous waste program across its research enterprise. You will ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials, reporting to the Associate Director of Chemical Safety and working with institutional partners to uphold compliance and best practices.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in a related field, a related degree, and experience with EPA, OSHA, DOT regulations, and RCRA.