Senior Specialist Safety & Environment

Role: Senior Specialist of Safety & Environment at a biopharma site, providing technical leadership in biosafety, risk management, and EHS compliance. Responsibilities: lead biosafety programs, develop training, conduct biological risk assessments, oversee containment systems, perform safety audits, support biosafety committee activities, and assist with facility modifications and incident investigations. Requirements: Bachelor's in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related field; 8+ years in EHS with 4+ years focused on biosafety in research, development, or pilot manufacturing environments; expertise in biosafety containment, risk assessments, and industrial hygiene practices; strong communication and analytical skills. Preferred: hands-on experience with biosafety in lab and pilot settings, safety inspections, incident response, professional biosafety certifications (e.g., CBSP/RBP), and regulatory inspection experience. High-value specifics: focus on biological safety within biopharma research and pilot-scale operations, ensuring compliance with biosafety standards, supporting laboratory safety protocols, and managing biological hazards. Location: Rahway, NJ, with no travel required.