North Carolina State University is currently seeking a qualified Occupational Health Manager to work in the Environmental Health and Safety Department on our campus in Raleigh, North Carolina.
NC State University is the largest and most diverse research institution in the state of North Carolina. The university is comprised of 2110 acres on the Raleigh campus, plus over 100,000 acres in research and extension farms and other facilities throughout the state of North Carolina. Its population of 33, 879 students and 2132 faculty include more than 2500 graduate students supported on research and teaching appointments in the 68 established research and service centers. The 1334 acre NC State Centennial Campus complex includes a mix of wet lab and office incubator space for startup companies as well as buildings co-inhabited by university departments and industrial tenants. This complex and diverse environment, particularly the heavy concentration of research centers and institutes, provides a challenging and interesting work environment for health and safety professionals.
Minimum Requirements
Four year degree with a preference for a related major in a physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology or closely related science; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must also have working knowledge of regulatory requirements, including knowledge and experience with OSHA regulations. Applicants should have excellent oral and written communication skills and computer capabilities.
Preferred Experience
Masters degree in biological sciences, industrial hygiene, microbiology or related applied science required, plus 5 years of progressive experience in industrial hygiene or biological safety. Professional
certification ( Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Biological Safety Professional, Registered Biosafety Professional) desirable; experience in research environments and with animal research is preferred . Familiarization with CDC and NIH guidelines is a plus. Professional certification ( Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Biological Safety Professional, Registered Biosafety Professional) desirable, but not required.
About the Position
Consistent with the goals and objectives of the Environmental Health & Safety Department, the Occupational Health Manager manages a comprehensive occupational health program to provide occupational health and regulatory compliance services in support of research and maintenance and animal care activities. Responsibilities include development and administration of programs and procedures for a comprehensive occupational health program; Working under the direction of the Director of Environmental Health and Safety, the Occupational Health Manager administers, critiques and recommends for improvement, and modifies as necessary, the following programs and duties:
· Ensures program compliance with regulatory laws and best practices related to occupational
health.
· Assesses risks pertaining to the use of chemicals or physical agents that may cause adverse
health effects. Makes recommendations to control these risks. Advises faculty and staff regarding
occupational health issues.
· Reviews research protocols, providing recommendations on risk control techniques such as
engineering controls, personal protective equipment and recommended operating procedures.
· Co-administers the university hearing conservation program with Student Health Services.
· Co-administers the university medical surveillance program with Student Health Services.
· Administers the university respiratory protection program.
· Conducts audits/inspections of university laboratories and other workspaces. Documents
findings, prepares reports and communicates findings to responsible management.
· Develop and present occupational health safety training as well as assist with other EH&S
training efforts.
· Participates in review of animal experimentation protocols to identify occupational health
concerns and provide appropriate recommendations.
· Reviews plans for new laboratory building construction and renovations of existing facilities as
needed.
· Develops emergency response protocols with campus and outside groups and responds to
hazardous materials incidents and emergencies as needed to support the EHS emergency
response team during and after-hours.
· Provides other services as assigned by the Environmental Health and Safety Director.
For more information and to apply visit: http:// jobs.ncsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=86771.
For information regarding benefits: http://www.fis.ncsu.edu/hr/benefits/
NC State is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. In addition, NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation.