(Sr.) EHS Manager

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. in New Jersey seeks a Sr. EHS Manager to lead the site EHS program for plasmid DNA, viral vectors, and biologics, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, NJDEP, and other regulations.

This role shapes safety culture, oversees biosafety in BSL-2 operations, risk assessments, CAPA, audits, training, and emergency response. Ten-plus years of EHS leadership in biotech/pharma desired; CSP/CIH/CHMM or similar preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• 10+ years of site-level EHS experience in biotech/pharma/CDMO environment.
• Experience with biologics or viral vector operations (BSL-2, GMP).
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, RCRA, CAA/CWA, DOT HazMat; biosafety standards.
• Certifications: CSP, CIH, CHMM, RBP/CBSP preferred.
• Strong cross-functional communication and practical EHS solutions.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the site EHS Management System in compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and NJ regulations.
• Develop, maintain, implement EHS policies and programs.
• Lead environmental compliance: waste, wastewater, air emissions, reporting, NJDEP permits.
• Oversee biosafety programs for BSL-2/BSL-2+ plasmid and lentiviral operations.
• Ensure safe handling of viral vectors, biological materials, chemicals, LN2, and compressed gases.
• Plan industrial hygiene assessments and occupational health programs.
• Lead EHS risk assessments, investigations, CAPA, track KPIs.
• Deliver EHS onboarding and training; coach leadership.
• Represent EHS during audits, inspections; support quality agreements.
• Own the site Emergency Response Plan and coordinate drills.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Clear communication

Practical EHS solutions

Education

Bachelor’s or above in Environmental Science / OHS / Industrial Hygiene / Engineering / Biology

Tools

BMBL familiarity

Job description

About GenScript

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.

About Probio:

ProBio, a subsidiary of GenScript, is a global CDMO offering end-to-end services from discovery to GMP for plasmids, antibodies, and cell & gene therapies. We bring together multidisciplinary expertise to accelerate development and manufacturing through customized, and comprehensive services. ProBio has established companies in the United States, the Netherlands, South Korea, and China (Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Nanjing) and other regions to serve global customers, and has helped customers in the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific and other regions obtain more than 150 IND approvals since October 2017.

Position Summary

(Sr.) EHS Manager is responsible for establishing, leading, and continuously improving the EHS program for a single-site biologics and GCT CDMO in New Jersey, covering process development (PD) through GMP manufacturing of plasmid DNA, viral vectors and biologics. This role ensures full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, supports client and corporate requirements, and drives a strong safety culture across labs, pilot, and GMP suites.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the site EHS Management System in compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and NJ state/local regulations.
• Develop, maintain, and implement EHS policies, procedures, and programs.
• Lead environmental compliance: hazardous/universal waste, wastewater, air emissions, Tier II/SARA reporting, and NJDEP permits.
• Lead or support the Biosafety Officer function; oversee biosafety programs for BSL-2 / BSL-2+ plasmid and lentiviral operations.
• Ensure safe handling and control of viral vectors, biological materials, chemicals, cryogens (LN2), and compressed gases.
• Plan and coordinate industrial hygiene assessments and occupational health programs (e.g., respiratory protection, medical surveillance).
• Lead EHS risk assessments, incident/near-miss investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA; track and report EHS KPIs.
• Deliver EHS onboarding and refresher training; maintain strong floor presence and coach line leadership.
• Represent EHS during client audits, regulatory inspections, and site visits; support EHS sections of quality/technical agreements.
• Own the site Emergency Response Plan and coordinate drills and external responder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or above degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Biology, or related field required.
• 10+ years of EHS experience with site-level responsibility in biotech/pharma/CDMO or similar regulated environment.
• Strongly preferred: experience with biologics or viral vector operations (plasmid DNA, lentivirus, BSL-2 labs, GMP manufacturing).
• Solid knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, RCRA, basic CAA/CWA requirements, DOT HazMat; familiarity with biosafety standards (BMBL, NIH Guidelines).
• Preferred certifications: CSP, CIH, CHMM, RBP/CBSP or equivalent.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally, communicate clearly, and provide practical, operations-friendly EHS solutions in a fast-paced setting.

The estimated salary range is $100,000 - $150,000, based on experience level.

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Benefits:

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.