Senior EHS Manager [JP-14260]

Shirley Parsons; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior EHS Manager to spearhead the Environmental, Health, and Safety program at a state-of-the-art facility. This role demands strong technical fluency in chemistry and small-molecule processes, ensuring operational safety and compliance while fostering a proactive safety culture. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, partnering directly with researchers to assess risks and implement hazard controls. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic industry.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Relocation package for non-local candidates

Qualifications

• 5 - 10+ years of EHS experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong technical fluency in chemistry and small-molecule processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS strategy for chemistry-focused R&D operations.
• Oversee change control processes and core training for staff.

Skills

EHS Management

Risk Assessment

Chemical Safety

Problem-Solving

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Master's or PhD in related field

Job description

This range is provided by Shirley Parsons. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus and Stock options

Direct message the job poster from Shirley Parsons

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior EHS Manager to lead the Environmental, Health, and Safety program at its state-of-the-art facility in South San Francisco, CA.

In a highly client-facing role, this individual will work directly with PhD chemists and researchers to ensure operational safety, compliance, and risk management while fostering a proactive safety culture.

This is a strategic position for an experienced EHS professional with strong technical fluency in chemistry and small-molecule processes. The ideal candidate will be someone who can speak the technical language, build trust with scientists, and operate independently to make safety decisions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

-Relocation package offered for non-local candidates!

The Role:

• Serve as the EHS lead for chemistry-focused R&D operations, partnering directly with researchers to assess risks, lead safety reviews, and implement hazard controls.
• Drive EHS strategy for small molecule research and reintroduction efforts, aligning with global safety standards and best practices.
• Site subject matter expert for complex or particularly high hazard Risk Assessment using process hazard evaluation techniques..
• Oversee change control processes, onboarding, and core training for incoming staff.
• Support incident investigations and root cause analyses for complex lab-based incidents.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders.

The Candidate:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, EHS, or a related technical field required. Master's or PhDs preferred.
• Depending on education, 5 - 10+ years of EHS experience, with a strong emphasis on chemical and laboratory safety, ideally within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Deep understanding of small molecule R&D environments, including relevant risks, equipment, and process safety considerations.
• Proven ability to build strong partnerships with scientific staff and lead through influence.
• Experience in managing and implementing risk assessment techniques and change control processes.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communicator who thrives in a collaborative, cross-functional setting.
• Process Safety/PSM experience preferred.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Management, and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Chemical Manufacturing

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401(k)

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