Northeastern University
Lab Safety Specialist
The Laboratory Safety Specialist I (LSS) in Northeastern University’s Office of Academic & Research Safety (OARS) is tasked with maintaining day-to-day activities associated with the Laboratory Safety Program.
Reporting to the Lab Safety Program Manager, the LSS will evaluate compliance activities, assist with collaboratively executing lab safety programs, and encourage continuous process improvement efforts at all levels of academic and research safety. The LSS collaborates with Environmental Compliance and Occupational Safety (ECOS) and academic units at all levels.
Responsibilities
Review research protocols for hazardous processes and write risk assessments
Assist with the development and delivery of safety training
Audit research and teaching laboratories
Assist with ensuring compliance with OSHA, NIH, EPA, and other regulatory requirements
Collaborate closely with building safety managers and relevant safety teams—including biosafety and radiation safety—to support academic and research programs on campus
Coordinate with ECOS on hazardous waste management
Assist principal investigators with chemical inventory and storage requirements
Document and update safety procedures and guidelines
Participate in and assist with laboratory safety programs
Participate in the OARS Emergency Response Program on a rotating basis as a cross‑trained OARS Responder. Will be required to carry a cell phone and occasionally respond to emergencies during non-business hours
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in one of the physical sciences, life sciences, environmental science, engineering, applied health science, or other applicable degree
Minimum of two years of experience applying federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and safety practices to laboratory operations
Demonstrated knowledge of environmental and hazardous material/waste principles
Ability to understand and interpret complex written regulations and technical reports
Excellent communication skills to effectively work with and appropriately influence safety behavior
Ability to be medically qualified to wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment as well as lift 50 lbs.
Preferred
Master’s degree in one of the above fields
Four years of experience in regulatory and safety practices
Minimum two years of experience in an environmental health and safety office (or equivalent) in a lab safety role
Experience evaluating research protocols and hazardous procedures for safety and compliance issues
Experience with process safety and process hazard analysis
Experience with safety data management platforms such as SciSure
Certified Safety Profession, Certified Hazardous Material Manager, or related
Position Type Legal and Regulatory Administration
Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement‑as‑well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type 108S
Expected Hiring Range $59,425.00 - $83,935.00
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly‑situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Reporting to the Lab Safety Program Manager, the LSS will evaluate compliance activities, assist with collaboratively executing lab safety programs, and encourage continuous process improvement efforts at all levels of academic and research safety. The LSS collaborates with Environmental Compliance and Occupational Safety (ECOS) and academic units at all levels.
Responsibilities
Review research protocols for hazardous processes and write risk assessments
Assist with the development and delivery of safety training
Audit research and teaching laboratories
Assist with ensuring compliance with OSHA, NIH, EPA, and other regulatory requirements
Collaborate closely with building safety managers and relevant safety teams—including biosafety and radiation safety—to support academic and research programs on campus
Coordinate with ECOS on hazardous waste management
Assist principal investigators with chemical inventory and storage requirements
Document and update safety procedures and guidelines
Participate in and assist with laboratory safety programs
Participate in the OARS Emergency Response Program on a rotating basis as a cross‑trained OARS Responder. Will be required to carry a cell phone and occasionally respond to emergencies during non-business hours
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in one of the physical sciences, life sciences, environmental science, engineering, applied health science, or other applicable degree
Minimum of two years of experience applying federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and safety practices to laboratory operations
Demonstrated knowledge of environmental and hazardous material/waste principles
Ability to understand and interpret complex written regulations and technical reports
Excellent communication skills to effectively work with and appropriately influence safety behavior
Ability to be medically qualified to wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment as well as lift 50 lbs.
Preferred
Master’s degree in one of the above fields
Four years of experience in regulatory and safety practices
Minimum two years of experience in an environmental health and safety office (or equivalent) in a lab safety role
Experience evaluating research protocols and hazardous procedures for safety and compliance issues
Experience with process safety and process hazard analysis
Experience with safety data management platforms such as SciSure
Certified Safety Profession, Certified Hazardous Material Manager, or related
Position Type Legal and Regulatory Administration
Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement‑as‑well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type 108S
Expected Hiring Range $59,425.00 - $83,935.00
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly‑situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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