DNA molecules/ lab safety research/ fed-st-local law compliance/ biosafety in microbiological & biomedical laboratories/CDC & NIH biosafety

 

 

TLCQ3632

Environmental H & S Director

Boston, MA

 

 

 

The ENVIRONMENTAL H&S Director will  provide

innovative and strategic leadership in the delivery of

environmental health and safety (EHS) services. Will provide
expert direction in the areas of general health and safety, research and
laboratory safety, environmental programs, and renovation and construction
safety. Responsibilities will include ensuring compliance with all federal,
state, and local laws, regulations, rules, directives, and best practices
pertaining to health, safety, and the environment by developing and
implementing pertinent programs, policies, and procedures impacting the
Institute's dynamic research operations.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

 

Master's Degree in environmental health or related field and 

9 years' experience managing a complex program of environmental

health and safety

(12 or more years of experience and a Ph.D. is preferred)

 

Working knowledge of National Institutes of Health  (NIH) guidelines

for research involving recombinant DNA molecules

and the CDC & NIH biosafety in microbiological and

biomedical laboratories

experience  developing and managing an active institutional

bio-safety committee and biological research registration,

review & approval program

significant experience managing personnel and projects

excellent judgment and ability to see the overall picture

attention to detail/  exemplary communication skills
including ability to write clearly and concisely, interact effectively
within a wide constituency, and participate in negotiation and dispute
resolution; and ability to develop and implement creative solutions to
unusual problems.

 

Certification as a biological safety professional or eligibility for certification

is highly desirable, but CIHs, CPEAs, and CSPs "may" be acceptable

alternatives/ self-motivated individual who can work both independently

and as a team member. Superior computer skills (Microsoft
Office) needed. Must be able to participate in an emergency

on-call program.