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Sr. Laboratory Safety Specialist - Chemical, Environmental Health & Safety

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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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Knoxville, TN

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Sr. Laboratory Safety Specialist – Chemical

Regular Full-time, MR09, Salary DOE&Q

 

Position Description:

Under the direction of the Laboratory Safety Supervisor/Chemical Hygiene Officer, the Sr. Laboratory Safety Specialist reviews, evaluates and analyzes laboratory work environments and designs programs and procedures to control, eliminate and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical and biological agents.  The incumbent will oversee implementation and maintenance of a comprehensive laboratory safety program in support of UTK-area laboratories, workshops/maker spaces, and laboratory animal facilities.  Responsibilities include the following:

  • Develop and maintain a laboratory audit program including the performance of annual inspections of research labs of several academic departments.
  • Conduct incident/accident investigations and ensure conformity with laws and regulations.
  • Develop and maintain the content of chemical or laboratory safety/compliance training modules for faculty, staff, and students. Classroom training may be required at the discretion and request of the Lab Safety Program Leader.
  • Assist with hazardous materials management (including hazardous waste)
  • Develop written policies, procedures, and guidance documents at the discretion of the supervisor.
  • Provide shipping and consultative services to researchers who need to ship hazardous materials/dangerous goods as regulated by the Department of Transportation and the International Air and Transportation Association.
  • Provide CPR/AED/BFA training through the EHS ASHI certified training center as assigned.
    • Mentors lab safety specialists, technicians and student employees.


Qualifications
Position Qualifications:

Required:  Bachelor’s Degree.  Six years of experience working within the field of life science research, laboratory safety, industrial hygiene or closely related field required. The position requires knowledge of: applicable regulations, guidance documents, and institutional policies, particularly those associated with OSHA, NIH, CDC, and USDA APHIS; biosafety principles and practices; key concepts of cell biology, microbiology, and molecular biology, including current research techniques. One year experience instructing or training adults.

Preferred:  Master’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience supervising or working within a research laboratory, preferably with academic research faculty, staff, and students.  Credentials in a related safety field (e.g., ASP, CSP, etc.).



Job: Other Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-Knoxville
Organization: Environmental Health & Safety
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: May 7, 2021, 9:41:50 AM

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Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion

UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.

The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.

Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.

As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.

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