Posting Summary
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Biosafety Officer for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations Emergency Services. The Senior Biosafety Officer is the primary liaison for clinical health and safety operations at the university and administrates the Universitys Clinical Health and Safety Committee. The incumbent is the designated official to ensure compliance with various laws regulations standards guidelines policies and procedures in various healthcare facilities operated by university community academic and research units. The Senior Biosafety Officer is an expert on the control and safe handling of biological hazards BBP and respiratory protection. Among the key duties of the position are the following: The Position supports healthcare related directors and managers in developing standard operating procedures and protocols for research maintains and updates the universitys exposure control plan works to create consistency across all clinical operations performs hazard assessments provided input regarding emergency response plans and procedures assists with healthcare and diagnostic related accreditations (e.g. JCAHO AAAHC CMS CAP etc.). The Senior Biosafety Officer is the EHS representative on applicable Environmental of Care ( EOC ) Committees. The Senior Biosafety Officer supports and implements a team-oriented work environment ensuring cooperation communication and professionalism while maintaining and contributing to an atmosphere of mutual support. The Senior Biosafety Officer maintains and participates in constructive and positive communications. The Senior Biosafety Officer is also a leader within the department and institution; he/she will assist in overseeing the activities of other Biosafety Officer(s) with clinical related assignments.
Overview
The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2700 staff represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction facilities public safety and emergency operations environmental health and safety transportation housing and auxiliary/retail operations.
Required Experience:
Senior IC