Senior Biosafety & Compliance Specialist (BSL-3)

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health is seeking a Biological Safety Specialist to establish and maintain a safe work environment across Duke laboratories, both research and clinical. The role emphasizes recognition, prevention, and monitoring of biosafety risks to protect personnel and ensure compliance.

The position involves training, policy development, incident response, and collaboration with OESO divisions and partners. Strong regulatory knowledge and leadership in biosafety practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Microbiology, Virology, Molecular Biology, or related science with five years in health and safety with biosafety focus.
• Ph.D. in life sciences with biosafety specialization preferred.
• Certified Biological Safety Professional (CBSP) strongly preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to wear respirator as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure biosafety policy compliance in BSL-3 laboratories and coordinate high-containment safety activities.
• Serve as Alternate Responsible Official for the Duke Select Agent Program and assist the RO in program requirements.
• Review and update Tuberculosis Exposure Control Plan and Bloodborne Pathogens Program exposure controls; advise on risk assessments.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate biosafety training; monitor training effectiveness.
• Provide oversight support for IBC, IACUC, and IRB activities; assist with policies and records.
• Audit laboratories for biosafety compliance and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Self-motivation / initiative

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology / Virology / Molecular Biology or related science

Ph.D. in life sciences with biosafety focus (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Duke Health is seeking a Biological Safety Specialist to establish and maintain a safe work environment across Duke laboratories, both research and clinical. The role emphasizes recognition, prevention, and monitoring of biosafety risks to protect personnel and ensure compliance.

The position involves training, policy development, incident response, and collaboration with OESO divisions and partners. Strong regulatory knowledge and leadership in biosafety practices are essential.