Description
The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.
To work with a team of Biosafety professionals managing and facilitating a Biosafety Core, funded through a Biocontainment Laboratory Operation Cooperative Agreement (UC7) by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). To enhance biosafety training and mentoring programs at the Southeastern Biosafety Laboratory Alabama Birmingham (SEBLAB). To establish a skilled workforce that is better able to meet national, regional, and local biodefense and emerging infectious disease research needs. To train on the best practices for high containment research, but also ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, funding agency mandates, and accreditation standards, such as those set by CDC, USDA, and the Federal Select Agent Program. To participate in the implementation of health and safety program components encompassing a wide spectrum of researchers, laboratories, and biological agents. To travel to annual Biosafety and Biosecurity conferences to further their expertise and understanding of high containment operations.
ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
STARTING ANNUAL RATE OF PAY: $57,940.00 – $60,000.00 (Commensurate with experience & qualifications)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science, Public health, Chemistry or a related field and five (5) years of related experience. Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement. Minimum of two (2) years experience with handling and/or oversight of biohazardous agents , as defined by the CDC, including hands-on managerial experience with infectious materials in a research setting is required. High containment lab experience is preferred.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/REGISTRATIONS:
Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current underwriting guidelines include possession a valid driver’s license, issued in the United States; at least 21 years of age; at least three years of driving experience; maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
PERSONAL: Required to possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without the aid of mechanical devices, to safely perform the duties and responsibilities that require performing tasks requiring wearing respirator, bending, stooping, kneeling, walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus, frequent traveling, prolonged standing, climbing stairs, and sitting at computer for long periods of time.
For full consideration, please be certain application and resume showcase all related experience as it relates to the job announcement, and please list all certifications and/or licenses, if applicable. Work experience should showcase successful progression in responsibilities and demonstrated leadership skills. Incomplete job profiles will not be processed.
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UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression or sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Facilities
Organization: 112905000 Environmental Health
& Safety
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite
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