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Position Summary

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists in developing and implementing programs to review and audit teaching, research and support activities involving hazardous materials.
• Identifies gaps in projects and policies involving hazardous materials for compliance with state, federal and University regulations.
• Maintains paper and electronic information regarding MSU research projects.
• Assists in managing the Chemical Hygiene Plan, audit of engineering controls, and related industrial hygiene programs, services and operational activities of the Chemical Safety Team.
• Advises University units in developing and implementing internal chemical safety programs and acts as a resource on related safety matters.
• Prepares and reviews reports and correspondence related to University safety and health issues, investigations and inspections.
• Maintains currency in chemical safety and industrial hygiene rules, regulations and guidelines.
• Works independently to cultivate professional relationships, solve moderately complex safety issues and consults with internal and external partners as needed to complete tasks.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in industrial hygiene, environmental health and safety, chemistry, biochemistry or a closely related field; three to five years related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in industrial hygiene, occupational health/safety and chemical safety; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and certification or eligibility to be certified in the comprehensive practice of industrial hygiene.

Desired Qualifications

• Work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse audiences
• Strong organizational skills to take projects from concept to completion
• Enthusiasm for building and developing relationships across the University

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

https://ehs.msu.edu/

Summary of Physical Demands

Lifting, Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, and Climbing for less than 1-hour daily lifting and carrying test equipment.

Summary of Health Risks

Exposure to human blood, serum, tissue and other body fluids; and materials covered Under Precautions. Wear a respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort). Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas. 

Bidding eligibility ends March 18, 2025, 11:55 PM

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