Laboratory Safety Specialist
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Job Location:
Blacksburg, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
The Public Safety Division has a critical role in supporting the well-being of our community. Comprised of the Police Department Environmental Health & Safety the Office of Emergency Management and the Virginia Tech Rescue Squad we are committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment for all students faculty staff and visitors that maximizes everyones opportunity for success. Through collaboration dedication training and community engagement we strive to provide a comprehensive and responsive approach in our public safety programs. Our mission of advancing safety security health and preparedness is anchored by the Virginia Tech Principles of Community. These fundamental values; mutual respect civility and service are foundational to our programs and are exemplified in our interactions with the campus community.
The Laboratory Safety Specialist serves as a critical member of the Environmental Health & Safety Department supporting safe laboratory operations by ensuring the functionality and testing of safety equipment. Reporting to the University Radiation Safety Officer with a dotted line report to the University Chemical Hygiene Officer the Lab Safety Specialist supports the University laser safety program by inspecting lasers in the field maintaining the laser inventory and assisting with the annual laboratory inspections of radiation safety/X-ray equipment. The Lab Safety Specialist also supports the Chemical Hygiene program by testing safety showers and chemical fume hoods across campus.
The incumbent also performs other duties as requested; takes initiative to support a healthy work environment; strives to fulfill the terms in the Standards of Business Conduct; exemplifies the Virginia Tech Principles of Community; and supports the universitys motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).
Required Qualifications
Education
Highschool diploma
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Basic understanding of laboratory hazards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook Word Excel).
Demonstrated effective interpersonal relations skills.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelors degree in a related field.
Working knowledge of the OSHA Laboratory Safety Standard
Laboratory safety experience in an academic environment.
Fume hood testing experience.
Safety shower testing experience.
Working knowledge of radiation standards and regulations.
Pay Band
3
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Anticipated starting salary is approximately $50k
Hours per week
40
Review Date
November 3rd 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Megan Hinkle at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Computer Skills
- Construction Experience
- Food Safety Experience
- Root cause Analysis
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- OSHA
- Child Protective Services
- EPA
- Unity
- EHS
- Manufacturing
About Company
About Johnson & Wales University: Founded in 1914, Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with campuses in Providence, Rhode Island, and Charlotte, North Carolina.
