Department: Office for Research Safety
Salary/Grade: EXS/7
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Director, Research Safety Evanston, the Laboratory Safety Specialist administers comprehensive environmental health and safety programs to Northwestern University's academic and research communities. The primary function of this position is to oversee safety compliance of research laboratories, including inspecting assigned research spaces, providing follow up assistance as needed, documenting findings in safety management systems, and preparing summary reports of identified safety hazards.
Job Scope:
This position performs risk assessments, hazard analysis, safety audits and promotes safe work practices for Northwestern University research laboratories. The incumbent will work with the principal investigators, researchers and administrators in assigned departments to develop policies, procedures and strategies to mitigate safety hazards on campus. This position will serve as a specialist for the laboratory safety group on the Evanston campus. Safety support services include response to laboratory emergencies, incident investigations and other responsibilities as needed.
The Laboratory Safety Specialist will support the OR mission and values of understanding empathy, modeling accountability, ensuring fairness, embracing community, and valuing creativity.
Please Note:
The incumbent:
Will be required to carry a cell phone, pager at all times while at work, and may occasionally be required to wear a pager during off-hours.
Must be physically capable of hazardous materials response which requires wearing chemical protective clothing/equipment, including a respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) during emergency response.
Must be physically able to perform duties including lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, extensive walking. bending, reaching above shoulder level, climbing stairs, pulling, and prolonged standing or squatting.
Must pass a pre-employment physical evaluation through Northwestern Memorial's Corporate Health.
Specific Responsibilities:
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
Target hiring range for this position will be between $67,000-$78,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data
Benefits:
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