Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Senior Associate

LabCentral•Cambridge, MA

6d•$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 reports directly to the EHS, Associate Director. You will be a strong fit for this role if you have 1-2 years’ 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. If you don't meet all the requirements or qualifications but bring some other unique skills and experience that would be valuable in this role, please apply and highlight those attributes for us in your cover letter.

Requirements

Ability to work on location in Cambridge, MA including occasional 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 all team members across the organization
Excellent communication and customer service skills to help engender and continue strong 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

Nice To Haves

1-2 years’ relevant experience in the EHS field

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
Support the EHS team in hazard assessments and project registration reviews with a focus on biological safety
Participate in, help prepare for, and coordinate LabCentral’s Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) meetings
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