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Advocate Aurora Health · 1 month ago

EHS Research Safety Specialist Senior - Industrial Hygiene

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist - Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$43.30/hr - $64.95/hr

5+ years exp

Advocate Aurora Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. They are seeking a Senior EHS Research Safety Specialist to perform safety and industrial hygiene assessments, develop compliance programs, and lead incident investigations to ensure a safe research and academic environment.

Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive safety and industrial hygiene assessments to identify and control potential health hazards including exposures to hazardous chemicals, noise, vibration, biological, radiological or other physical hazards that may potentially expose faculty, staff, and students

Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive industrial hygiene programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and industry best practices

Develop comprehensive sampling strategies for specific projects and work areas and performs sampling to evaluate personnel exposures and engineering controls

Leads or participates in incident investigations related to occupational illnesses or exposures and recommends corrective actions to prevent future occurrences through recommendation of appropriate engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE)

Analyze and interpret data collected from monitoring activities and prepare detailed reports documenting findings and recommendations for corrective actions

Provide necessary support and guidance for medical surveillance and occupational health programs

Conduct assessments for indoor air quality, ADA, and ergonomic concerns in Research and Academic environments

Directs and interacts with regulatory agency personnel during compliance inspections for research

Understands and shares technical expertise with others, including leaders, peers, and teammates while utilizing problem solving skills for complex situations that arise

Serves as the technical resource and subject matter expert for Environmental, Health and Safety

Serve as a member of the hazardous materials spill response team, which may include response on weekends and after regular business hours

Assist with the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), Chemical Safety Committee, and other various committees

Develop and implement comprehensive industrial hygiene programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and industry best practices

Stay current with new regulations, industry trends, and advancements in industrial hygiene practices, and recommend appropriate changes to existing programs and practices

Develop and administer training or educational resources for Research and Academic teammates

Qualification

Industrial hygiene principlesExposure assessment techniquesRegulatory compliance knowledgeData analysis skillsTraining developmentCustomer service orientationInterpersonal skillsCritical thinkingOrganizational skillsTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree required

Physical Science, Biological Science, Environmental Science/Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related degree

5 years of related minimum experience

Familiarity with regulatory agency code requirements, and the progressive application of this standards, including, National Institute of Health, Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories, EPA, and OSHA requirements preferred

Knowledge of the principles, fundamentals, and best practices of industrial hygiene and the risks associated with hazards materials

In depth experience of exposure prevention and assessment techniques, understanding of mechanical systems and able to apply this knowledge to mitigate health and safety concerns

Ability to analyze multiple programs, identify areas needing improvements, and prioritize needs for effective short and long-term strategic planning

Detail-oriented, demonstrated organizational and time management skills, and ability to manage/prioritize, track, and complete tasks/projects within established deadlines

Strong interpersonal skills and able to interact professionally and effectively with wide variety of individuals (researchers, staff, students, administrators, and regulators), behaving in accordance with institutional values

Committed to customer service, timely response, collaboration, cooperative professional relationships, and diversity

Ability to use sound judgment and act decisively in high-stress or emergency situations

Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills

The position involves presence in research labs, health care environments, animal facilities, and hazardous waste facilities. These locations may result in occasional occupational exposure to ionizing radiation, chemicals, and biological agents

Competent using PC, office productivity applications, presentation applications, and database applications

This position requires travel, therefore, will be exposed to weather and road conditions

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job

Ability to lift and carry heavy materials and equipment

Ability to climb/descend ladders and enter confined spaces to perform evaluations

Physically able to serve on hazardous materials spill response team, including ability to wear respiratory protection

May be subject to hazards (e.g., chemicals, mechanical conditions, etc.) and atmospheric conditions (e.g., dust, fumes, etc.)

Responsible for setting a strong example of safety by working in a safe manner and utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE), as appropriate

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Biological Safety Professional (CBSP) preferred

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program

Company

Advocate Aurora Health

Glassdoor3.7

Advocate Aurora Health is a Healthcare

Founded in 2018

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.advocateaurorahealth.org/

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