Environment Health & Safety Senior Associate

LabCentral • Cambridge, MA

4d • $55,000 - $66,000 • Onsite

About The Position

LabCentral is hiring an Environmental Health and Safety Senior Associate to support our laboratories in Cambridge. This role will report directly to the EHS Associate Director. You will be a strong fit for this role if you have 1-2 years of relevant experience in the EHS field. We are looking for a self-directed, organized individual who enjoys working with scientists to understand their cutting-edge science and support their safety and compliance needs.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in the EHS field
• Ability to work on location in Cambridge, MA including after-hours as needed
• Must be willing to obtain or have OSHA HAZWOPER, EPA RCRA and DOT training certifications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience managing relationships with vendors, service providers, and scientists
• Experience in biotechnology R&D and PD laboratory activities
• Experience in local, state, and federal EHS regulatory compliance
• Experience working with a cross-functional team
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees and residents
• Ability to ask questions to understand novel, complex technologies and the potential impact on EHS programs
• Strong time management, organization, critical thinking skills
• Collaborates effectively with both direct and indirect team members
• Excellent communication and customer service skills for maintaining relationships with residents and staff
• High standard of excellence for work and finds fulfillment in helping others
• Capable of working independently and within teams to achieve a safe workplace
• Ability to learn new software systems as needed

Responsibilities

• Be a champion of safety and proactively look for chances to encourage staff and residents to do the same
• Provide direction to residents and staff to ensure a safe and compliant workplace
• Aid in managing hazardous waste program
• Assist with the implementation and further development of EHS programs
• Act as liaison with EHS contractors and LabCentral staff and residents
• Coordinate EHS activities and communications for staff and resident companies
• Support the EHS Associate Director in hazard assessments and project registration reviews
• Serve as an emergency coordinator
• Conduct and participate in organization of emergency and evacuation planning and response
• Enhance EHS training offerings for staff and residents
• Track and schedule required trainings for staff
• Participate in incident investigations and help to ensure root cause and corrective and preventive measures are identified and implemented
• Maintain permits and registrations in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements
• Other responsibilities as needed and appropriate to support staff and our resident safety programs

Benefits

• Fully Covered Medical and Dental Premiums
• Long and Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Flexible Vacation
• Three Months Fully Paid Parental Leave
• 401K Match Up to 6% with Immediate Vestment
• Transportation Reimbursements
• Health & Wellness reimbursements
• Technology Stipend (monthly cell phone stipend, yearly reimbursements for cell phone repairs)
• Professional Growth stipend for continuing education and training
• Student loan reimbursement
• Snacks provided in vibrant spaces

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed