Senior EHS Consultant - BioSafety

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Job Title: EHS Senior Consultant - BioSafety
Location: Boston, MA; Laguna Hills, CA; San Jose, CA; Oakland, CA; Reston, VA; San Diego, CA
Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory safety programs, including inspections, hazard identification, and root-cause investigations of unsafe conditions. Provide expert recommendations to eliminate hazards, reduce risks, and drive a proactive safety culture across all research and development activities.
• Partner with laboratory leadership to develop and approve Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), define project-specific hazards, and implement advanced risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee incident investigations, lead multidisciplinary teams in risk assessments, and create, track, and validate corrective and preventive actions. Facilitate regular safety reviews with senior site management, influencing decisions to advance beyond compliance toward operational excellence.
• Provide strategic oversight for chemical management programs, including review and approval of new chemicals, development of advanced storage and segregation protocols, and compliance with flammability, reactivity, and permitting requirements. Direct periodic hazardous chemical inventory reviews for regulatory compliance.
• Design and deliver targeted laboratory safety training for new hires, research staff, and annual recertifications, ensuring programs are aligned with evolving regulations and best practices.
• Direct compliance with Large Quantity Generator requirements, including contingency planning and implementation of hazardous waste management systems to ensure operational readiness.
• Serve as the primary consultant on spill response, incident mitigation, and local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve biosafety, hazard communication, and chemical safety programs.
• Lead the creation and maintenance of EHS management systems, integrating them with organizational goals and industry standards.
• Monitor and guide site-wide worker safety initiatives, including those related to pandemic response (population density, PPE use, sanitation protocols, etc.).
• Maintain deep expertise in EHS regulatory compliance, with specific knowledge of federal OSHA standards, hazardous materials management, and environmental permitting. Local experience with the Massachusetts and California regulations highly desirable.
• Travel to client locations locally or nationally as requested.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, engineering, or EHS-related discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
• 7–15 years of progressive EHS experience in the biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences industry, with significant exposure to R&D operations, BSL-1/BSL-2 laboratories, and vivaria.
• Demonstrated expertise in handling and managing risks associated with experimental drug compounds, biologics, cytotoxic agents, and other high-hazard research materials.
• Strong working knowledge of biosafety practices, NIH Guidelines, CDC BMBL standards, and AAALAC International requirements for animal research facilities.
• Proven ability to conduct and lead risk assessments for complex laboratory and vivarium operations, including controlled environments and specialized equipment.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable regulations and standards (OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, USDA, DEA, NIH, CDC) and experience navigating federal, state, and local permitting processes.
• Track record of developing and implementing EHS programs that integrate chemical safety, biosafety, occupational health, and environmental compliance into R&D operations.
• Experience with occupational health surveillance programs related to animal research and experimental compound exposure.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency with EHS data management systems, laboratory information systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CBSP, or RBP strongly preferred.
  
  

The salary for this position can range from $106,500 - $156,200 annually; actual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's competencies, level of experience, education, location, divisional budget and internal peer compensation comparisons.
We are proud to be the business improvement company for other organizations to become more sustainable and resilient and finally to inspire trust in their products, systems, services, and the world we live in.
Headquartered in London, BSI is the world's first national standards organization with more than 100 years of experience. We are a global partner for 86,000 companies and organizations in over 193 countries, offering development, auditing, certification, and training services, including innovative software solutions and cyber security expertise for all industries: from aerospace and automotive to food, construction, energy, healthcare, IT and trade sectors. Incorporated by Royal Charter, we’re truly impartial, and home to the ultimate mark of trust, the Kitemark.
Through our unique combination of consulting, training, assurance and regulatory services we bring solid and broad knowledge to every company.
If you want to contribute to this inspiring challenge, bring your open and enthusiastic mindset to our dynamic team, apply now and become part of the BSI family!
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BSI is committed to ensuring the diversity of our workforce reflects that of our clients and the communities in which we operate. Our goal is to create a sense of belonging for all employees by providing opportunities to develop, grow, and engage with our global organization all while having fun doing great work. BSI is a community where everyone can thrive.
If you require any reasonable accommodations to be made on account of a disability orimpairment throughout out our recruiting process,please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.
About Us
BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.
Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments.
Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.
Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society’s critical issues – from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.
BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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