University of Kentucky
Job Details
Job Title:
Chemical Safety Officer Assistant
Requisition Number:
RE52739
Department Name:
3DE20: Biological Safety
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level:
45
Salary Range:
$22.73-37.50/hour
Type of Position:
Staff
Position Time Status:
Full-Time
Required Education:
B.S.
Required Related Experience:
4 years
Required License/Registration/Certification:
None
Physical Requirements:
Regular sitting at computer workstation for extended periods; intermittent exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste and bloodborne/airborne pathogens.
Shift:
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Emergencies may require calls/text or onsite response after hours as needed.
Job Summary Responsibilities include collaborating with the Chemical Safety Officer (CSO) to support the development and implementation of a comprehensive Chemical and General Lab Safety Program designed to facilitate campus research initiatives while protecting faculty, staff, students, visitors, and the environment from the adverse effects of research involving chemical hazards. The CSO Assistant will manage the annual laboratory inspection program, oversee lab demographic data management, onboard new faculty and lab groups, oversee the lab clearance program, support the ARCM and resolve findings from IACUC inspections in research lab areas, support academic and teaching lab coordinators, assist the CSO in developing and providing training and outreach materials, consult with researchers, and provide support services to lab groups.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
M365 Software
Safety program specific databases/software platforms
Smartsheets
Verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Generate and maintain regulatory compliance documentation
Does This Position Have Supervisory Responsibilities? No
Preferred Education / Experience
MS + 4 years of education OR BS (+6 years) in chemistry, research lab work experience or chemical/laboratory safety and compliance work experience
Driver’s License preferred
Eligibility for CHO, CHMM, ASP/CSP, or other relevant safety credentials
Deadline to Apply 02/20/2026
University Community & Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Chemical Safety Officer Assistant
Requisition Number:
RE52739
Department Name:
3DE20: Biological Safety
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level:
45
Salary Range:
$22.73-37.50/hour
Type of Position:
Staff
Position Time Status:
Full-Time
Required Education:
B.S.
Required Related Experience:
4 years
Required License/Registration/Certification:
None
Physical Requirements:
Regular sitting at computer workstation for extended periods; intermittent exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste and bloodborne/airborne pathogens.
Shift:
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Emergencies may require calls/text or onsite response after hours as needed.
Job Summary Responsibilities include collaborating with the Chemical Safety Officer (CSO) to support the development and implementation of a comprehensive Chemical and General Lab Safety Program designed to facilitate campus research initiatives while protecting faculty, staff, students, visitors, and the environment from the adverse effects of research involving chemical hazards. The CSO Assistant will manage the annual laboratory inspection program, oversee lab demographic data management, onboard new faculty and lab groups, oversee the lab clearance program, support the ARCM and resolve findings from IACUC inspections in research lab areas, support academic and teaching lab coordinators, assist the CSO in developing and providing training and outreach materials, consult with researchers, and provide support services to lab groups.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
M365 Software
Safety program specific databases/software platforms
Smartsheets
Verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Generate and maintain regulatory compliance documentation
Does This Position Have Supervisory Responsibilities? No
Preferred Education / Experience
MS + 4 years of education OR BS (+6 years) in chemistry, research lab work experience or chemical/laboratory safety and compliance work experience
Driver’s License preferred
Eligibility for CHO, CHMM, ASP/CSP, or other relevant safety credentials
Deadline to Apply 02/20/2026
University Community & Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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