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MD Anderson

Safety Specialist

Houston, TX

$64K/mo

CBSP - Cert Biological Safety Prof American Biological Safety Association (ABSA). Upon Hire * Preferred: CSP - Certified Safety Professional By the Board of Certified Safety Professional (BCSP). Upon ...

MD Anderson

Safety Specialist

Houston, TX

CBSP - Cert Biological Safety Prof American Biological Safety Association (ABSA). Upon Hire * Preferred: CSP - Certified Safety Professional By the Board of Certified Safety Professional (BCSP). Upon ...

Battelle

Biological Systems Scientist

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Design and lead laboratory efforts with small teams of laboratory staff working in a biological safety level (BSL)-2 environment. * Work directly with project managers and customers to determine and ...

MANTU GROUP SA

Research Scientist

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$120 - $155/hr

This role serves as a scientific and technical resource across biological safety evaluation, preclinical research, and cross-functional product development activities for a portfolio of neuro ...

Battelle

Biological Systems Scientist

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Design and lead laboratory efforts with small teams of laboratory staff working in a biological safety level (BSL)-2 environment. * Work directly with project managers and customers to determine and ...

Physiol

$120 - $170/hr

Support sustaining and change management activities by providing strategic assessment of biological safety impact in accordance with ISO 10993-1 * Develop and execute biocompatibility evaluation ...

Physiol

Senior Biocompatibility Scientist

Waltham, MA · On-site

$120 - $170/hr

Support sustaining and change management activities by providing strategic assessment of biological safety impact in accordance with ISO 10993-1 * Develop and execute biocompatibility evaluation ...

AMARIS GROUP SA

Research Scientist

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

This role serves as a scientific and technical resource across biological safety evaluation, preclinical research, and cross-functional product development activities for a portfolio of neuro ...

Aequor

Research Principal Engineer I

Warsaw, IN · On-site

Contribute biological safety content and supporting rationale for regulatory submissions and related technical documents. * Serve as a subject matter resource for biological evaluation activities ...

Managed Staffing

Biocompatibility Scientist

FL · Remote

$145 - $150/hr

Lead biological safety assessments per ISO 10993 standards , providing scientific justification and objective evidence supporting product safety. * Partner with cross-functional teams--including ...

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How much do biological safety jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for biological safety in the United States is $42,105.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $46,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is biological safety?

Biological safety, also known as biosafety, refers to the practices, procedures, and containment principles implemented to prevent exposure to potentially hazardous biological agents. This field ensures the protection of laboratory personnel, the environment, and the public from infectious agents or biohazards. Biological safety professionals assess risks, develop safety protocols, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards to minimize accidental release or exposure. Their work is essential in research labs, healthcare settings, and industries handling biological materials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in biological safety, and why are they important?

To excel in Biological Safety, you need a solid background in biology, microbiology, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree and knowledge of biosafety regulations. Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols, risk assessment tools, and certifications such as Certified Biological Safety Professional (CBSP) are commonly required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help ensure compliance and foster a culture of safety. These competencies are crucial for minimizing biohazard risks, protecting personnel, and maintaining regulatory compliance in laboratory environments.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in biological safety, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Biological Safety often encounter challenges such as ensuring compliance with evolving regulations, managing risk assessments for diverse biological agents, and fostering a strong safety culture among laboratory staff. Staying current with local, state, and federal biosafety guidelines is crucial, as is providing regular training and clear communication to all lab personnel. To address these challenges, many organizations support ongoing professional development, encourage cross-departmental collaboration, and implement robust incident reporting systems to continuously improve safety practices.

What is the difference between Biological Safety vs Biological Safety Technician?

AspectBiological SafetyBiological Safety Technician
CertificationsBiological Safety certifications, biosafety trainingSame certifications, biosafety training
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, biosafety officesLaboratories, safety compliance settings
Employer & IndustryResearch institutions, biotech companiesResearch labs, healthcare facilities
Primary FocusDeveloping biosafety protocols, policy oversightImplementing safety procedures, safety inspections

Biological Safety professionals focus on creating and managing biosafety protocols and policies, ensuring compliance across organizations. Biological Safety Technicians typically execute safety procedures, conduct inspections, and support biosafety programs on the ground. Both roles require similar certifications and work environments, but their responsibilities differ in scope and focus within the biosafety field.

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Infographic showing various Biological Safety job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $42,105 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

Safety Specialist

MD Anderson

Houston, TX

$64K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist departments in developing, implementing, and revising written radiation safety procedures for using radioactive material, radiation-producing, laser, and MRI machines.

  • Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including supporting the dosimetry program and assisting with radioactive material packaging and shipment.

  • Provide radiation safety training, perform clinical audits, and support lab inspections and other program areas as needed.

MD Anderson Cancer Center rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 172 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

The Radiation Safety team at MD Anderson's Cancer Center, under the supervision of Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Sandra Ramirez, oversees the licenses and registrations that allow for the possession and use of radioactive material and radiation-producing equipment at MD Anderson. Our team ensures all clinical and research use involving radiation is not only compliant with State of Texas regulations, but also that it is conducted in a manner that is safe for our employees and patients.
The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in Health Physics, Medical Physics, Physics, or Engineering. They demonstrate strong time-management skills, a willingness to learn, and a genuine desire to grow professionally within the field. Motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable, this candidate is eager to apply foundational knowledge while developing advanced technical and analytical skills.
Great position for an early-career candidate to start their career. They will gain exposure to all aspects of medical health physics as well as academic (non-clinical) health physics. They will work within a highly experienced team, including multiple board certified health physicists and medical physicist. The candidate will also gain exposure to other areas of environmental health & safety and emergency management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Consults and assists applicable departments in developing, implementing, and revising written radiation safety procedures for using radioactive material (RAM).
  • Consults and assists applicable departments in developing, implementing, and revising written radiation safety procedures for using radiation-producing, laser, and MRI machines.
  • Consults and assists with ALARA investigation cases and maintains the dosimetry program to include additions/deletions, coordination of dosimeters, and report generation.
  • Assist in maintaining compliance with all local, state, and federal compliance guidelines and regulations. Provides regulatory interpretations and technical assistance.
  • Provides oversight and support of the dosimetry program.
  • Assists in the proper packaging and shipment of radioactive material.
  • Provides assistance and support for the Radioprotective Apparel Program.
  • Provide additional support for the safe handling and use of radioactive material and radiation-producing machines.
  • Provides Radiation Safety training as needed.
  • Performs clinical audits for radiation and X-ray programs on campus and at HAL locations.
  • Performs lab inspection and assists with other program areas as needed. Provides oversight and support of the dosimetry program.

Provides oversight and support of the dosimetry program.
Assists in proper packaging and shipment of radioactive material.
Provides assistance and support of the Radioprotective Apparel Program.
Provide additional support for the safe handling and use of radioactive material and radiation producing machines.
Provides Radiation Safety training as needed.
Performs clinical audits for radiation and x-ray programs on campus and at HAL locations.
Performs lab inspection and assists with other program areas as needed.
EDUCATION
Required: Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Applied or Basic Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Environmental Science or related field.
Preferred: Advanced degree in Engineering, Applied or Basic Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Environmental Science or related field.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: None
Preferred: Early career two years experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • Required: TDL - Texas Drivers License Class A, B or C valid Texas driver's license depending on the type and weight of vehicle to be operated and number of passengers to be carried and eligible to drive State and institutional vehicles. Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CHMM - Cert Hazardous Materials Mgr Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CHP - Certified Health Physicist American Board of Health Physicists (ABHP). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Certified Industrial Hygienist American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CBSP - Cert Biological Safety Prof American Biological Safety Association (ABSA). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CSP - Certified Safety Professional By the Board of Certified Safety Professional (BCSP). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: MP - Licensed Medical Physicist Licensed by the Texas Board of Licensure for Professional Medical Physicist. Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CFPS - Certified Fire Protection Spec Certified by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: ASB-C - Lic Asbestos Consultant Licensed Asbestos Consultant by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Licensed Asbestos Project Manager by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: ASB-S - Licensed Asbestos Supv Licensed Asbestos Supervisor by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CHSP - Cert Healthcare Safety Prof Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP) by Board of Certified Hazard Control Management (BCHCM). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CHEP - Certified Healthcare Emergency Professionals By Board of Certified Hazardous Control (BCHC). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CEM - Certified Energy Manager Certification By the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: OHST - Cert Occup Health & Sfty Tchnl Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST) by the Council on Certification of Health, Environmental and Safety Technologists. Upon Hire
  • Preferred: LMAC - Licensed Mold Assessment Cons Licensed Mold Assessment Consultant by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Licensed Mold Technician License by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Licensed Asbestos Inspector by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CFI - Certified Fire Inspector Certified Fire Inspector I (CFI-I) by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CFI - Certified Fire Inspector Certified Fire Inspector II (CFI-II) by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE) by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) by the Academy of Board Certified Environmental Professionals (ABCEP). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP) by the Institute of Professional Environmental Practice (IPEP). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CPH - Certified in Public Health Certified Public Health Professional (CPH) by the National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: RAS - Registered Accessibility Spec Registered Accessibility Specialist (RAS) by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Registered Sanitarian Registered Sanitarian (RS) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CHFM - Cert Healthcare Facility Mgr Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) by the American Hospital Association (AHA). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CESP-Certified Environmental Services Professional By the American Hospital Association (AHA). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Hazardous Materials Handling Certification for HM-181, HM-215-A and HM-126-F from the Department of Transportation (DOT) Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) General Site Worker class from Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Certified Accessibility Inspector / Plans Examiner by International Code Council (ICC). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: CBCP - Cert Business Cont Planner Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) by the Disaster Recovery Institute International (DRII). Upon Hire
  • Preferred: Certified Healthcare Provider Continuity Professional (CHPCP) by the Disaster Recovery Institute International (DRII). Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
  • Requisition ID: 182587
  • Employment Status: Full-Time
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Day/Evening
  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 64,000
  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 110,000
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 156,000
  • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type: Hard
  • Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
  • Pivotal Position: Yes
  • Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
  • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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