Sr. Biosafety Officer

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Mar 28, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Sr. Biosafety Officer
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support
Department	IPO-Envir. Health & Safety
Overview	The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 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.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Sr. Biosafety Officer for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). The Sr. Biosafety Officer is the designated official to ensure compliance with various laws, regulations, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures in laboratories and other settings where biological and chemical hazards may be present. Among the key duties of this position are the following: The position supports researchers and others in developing standard operating procedures and protocols for research, maintains and updates the Biosafety Manual, and works to create consistency across plans and procedures. The Sr. Biosafety Officer maintains and participates in constructive and positive communications, and works with the University's Laboratory Safety Committees, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees (IACUC), Institutional Biosafety Committees (IBC), and Institutional Research Boards (IRB) to ensure compliance with the National Institute of Health (NIH), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other standards for recombinant DNA and vaccine research, as well as other applicable laboratory safety regulations or guidelines. The position reviews research protocols and activities, conducts periodic inspections of research facilities, and is responsible for reporting significant problems and violations of applicable laboratory safety and biosafety requirements. The Sr. Biosafety Officer is a leader within the department and institution.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	31S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	91262.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	110078.00
Annual Maximum Salary	131108.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	A Master's Degree in Biological Sciences, Microbiology, Chemistry, Industrial Hygiene and Safety, or other related field of study. Qualified candidates must also have at least eight (8) years of work experience as a biosafety specialist or officer, three (3) of which must be in the area of planning, operation, and oversight as a Responsible Official or Alternate Responsible Official of Select Agent and BSL-3 laboratories, including animal laboratories. Or A PhD in Biological Sciences, Microbiology, Chemistry, Industrial Hygiene and Safety, or other related field of study. Qualified candidates must also have at least six (6) years of work experience as a biosafety specialist or officer, three {3) of which must be in the area of planning, operation, and oversight as a Responsible Official or Alternate Responsible Official of Select Agent and BSL-3 laboratories, including animal laboratories.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, standards, guidelines, and other related conventions on select agents, biosafety level 3 laboratories, recombinant DNA, microbiology and biomedical laboratories, bloodbome pathogens, transportation of hazardous and etiological materials, hazardous chemicals in laboratories, and other relevant subjects, including those of DHHS, NIH, CDC, USDA, DOT, DoD, DOJ, and OSHA required. Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies and critical situations appropriately in a research setting required. Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, wear Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) up to Level A, and provide emergency response services, as needed (including rotating on-call/off-hours services). Ability to prepare clear, accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations, along with superior oral presentation and other communications skills required. Use of the Internet for research purposes, and experience with computers ( email, desktop software applications such as Office, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) required. Outstanding human relations and leadership skills, and the ability to function in a team environment required. Must be able to work independently and without supervision, and on multiple simultaneous projects. Demonstrated knowledge is necessary of how to accomplish superior performance in a unionized environment.
Preferred Qualifications	Status as a Registered Biosafety Professional (RBP) and/or Certified Biosafety Professional (CBSP) preferred. Experience working in a university setting or health care environment preferred
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Moderate Noise.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0663
Posting Open Date	03/27/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details	University Wide

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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