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Biosafety Manager Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Molecular Scientist

Durham, NC · On-site

$80K - $105K/yr

We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products ... in a mobile Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) laboratory, working alongside a staff member to perform ...

IPRL Research Technician

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

... Biosafety: process bacterial cultures, cell cultures and perform molecular and serological assays; research activities include working in a BSL3 biocontainment laboratory. * Data Management ...

Speak with your direct manager to discuss your interest and alignment with your development goals ... Basic lab skills, such as adhering GCLP, biosafety and chemical use guidelines (training provided ...

... hoods; biosafety cabinets, etc.) * Lead, develop, and mentor staff * Review submissions and ... Plan and manage work and resources to budget and schedule * Present PM Group's Mechanical ...

Speak with your direct manager to discuss your interest and alignment with your development goals ... Basic lab skills, such as adhering GCLP, biosafety and chemical use guidelines (training provided ...

... Management * Animal Work: Execute animal handling, inoculation protocols, clinical monitoring, and necropsies following institutional biosafety and animal welfare standards. * Biospecimen Collection:

Reports complex HVAC issues to senior technicians or management. * Assists in overseeing the ... Knowledge of Fume Hoods, Laminar flow hoods, and biosafety cabinets. * Must be able to support 24/7 ...

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Biosafety Manager information

What does a biosafety manager do?

A Biosafety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing biosafety programs to ensure compliance with regulations and protect employees, the public, and the environment from biological hazards. They conduct risk assessments, develop safety protocols, provide training, and ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of biohazardous materials. Additionally, they work closely with researchers, laboratory personnel, and regulatory agencies to maintain a safe working environment.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a biosafety manager?

To thrive as a Biosafety Manager, you need expertise in biological safety protocols, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a degree in biology, microbiology, or a related scientific field. Familiarity with biosafety level (BSL) lab procedures, incident reporting systems, and certifications such as Certified Biological Safety Professional (CBSP) or Registered Biosafety Professional (RBP) is often important. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help ensure safety standards are understood and followed across teams. These competencies are vital for maintaining safe research environments, preventing biological hazards, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

What challenges does a biosafety manager face, and how are they addressed?

Biosafety Managers often face challenges such as ensuring consistent compliance with evolving regulations, managing laboratory safety risks, and responding effectively to incidents or near-misses. Addressing these challenges typically involves regular staff training, staying current with industry standards, and fostering a strong safety culture within the organization. Collaboration with lab personnel, facility management, and external regulatory agencies is a key part of proactively identifying and mitigating potential hazards. By building strong communication channels and implementing clear biosafety procedures, these challenges can be effectively managed, creating a safer work environment for everyone involved.

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Laboratory Safety and Health Specialist

Duke Health

Durham, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


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Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
Laboratory Safety and Health Specialist
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit: The Occupational and Environmental Safety Office (OESO) provides the focus for the administration of all safety programs for Duke University and Duke Health. OESO has the responsibility for developing institutional safety plans and policies; providing information and training to meet all regulatory requirements; providing technical consultation and guidance; conducting exposure and risk assessments; conducting safety audits; monitoring compliance with all safety policies; and investigating accidents, injuries, and reported unsafe conditions.
Specific to the Laboratory Safety Division: The Laboratory Safety Division coordinates the programs for evaluating, controlling, or eliminating both health and safety hazards in the laboratory environment.The Laboratory Safety and Health Specialist supports these programs and reports to the Operations Manager of the Laboratory Safety Division of the OESO.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a primary resource regarding health and safety within the laboratory environment.
  • Conduct laboratory safety audits in research, clinical, and teaching laboratories.
  • Communicate recommendations (verbal and written) for improvement to the laboratory regarding safety of laboratory staff.
  • Develop and provide various laboratory safety training programs; communicate to lab personnel the training andsafety requirements for individualized work environments.
  • Communicate federal, state and local regulations accurately and effectively to ensure safety compliance.
  • Perform accident investigations and work with departments to correct safety hazards and develop preventative procedures.
  • Perform Job Hazard and/or Procedural Assessments and recommend measures to control exposures, including substitution of less hazardous materials, personal protective equipment (PPE), work practice changes, and engineering controls.Provide follow-up assessment of recommendations.
  • Make recommendations with respect to equipment purchase, engineering controls, workspace planning and work process planning.
  • Develop reports documenting observations, exposure monitoring results, and recommendations for OESO and Duke independently.Assist lower-level employees in developing reports and recommendations.Compile and present reports to management related to safety and health activities.
  • Provide solutions to a variety of problems where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Exercise judgment within defined policies and/or parameters in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
  • Review planned expansion, modifications, or closures of facilities which affect occupational safety and health.Contribute to the design of new laboratory facilities where hazardous materials will be used or hazardous processes will be located.
  • Serve as a member of the OESO spill response team, which includes response on weekends and after regular business hours on a rotating schedule.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:
  • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Engineering or a related field.
  • Master's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Engineering or related field is preferred, but not required.

Experience:
  • 3+ years of experience in lab safety and/or industrial hygiene with Bachelor's degree
  • 2+ year of experience in lab safety and/or industrial hygiene with Master's degree

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification:
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must have completed or be able to complete First Responder- Operations Level Training (29 CFR 1910.120) within 90 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Must have a basic knowledge of chemical and biological hazards in the laboratory environment.
  • Must be familiar with applicable laboratory safety regulations and guidelines, including OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen, Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemical in Laboratories, and Hazard Communication standards;the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)/National Institutes of Health (NIH) Guidelines for Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories; the NIH Recombinant DNA Guidelines; the International Transport Aviation Association and the Department of Transportation's Guidelines for shipping biological materials; CLIA and CAP standards and other OSHA regulations or CDC/NIH Guidelines as necessary.
  • Must communicate and work cooperatively with personnel in diverse positions, including professors, researchers, lab technicians, maintenance personnel, administrators, and regulators to apply regulatory requirements or guidelines to the unique environment of the research or clinical laboratory.
  • Creative problem solving to recognize and analyze needs and develop programs to address needs.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to locate and use appropriate technical resources in occupational safety and health.
  • 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 a HAZMAT spill response team, including ability to wear respiratory protection.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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