Position Summary
Looking for a dynamic role where your expertise in biosafety can make a significant impact? Join us as a Biosafety Officer (BSO) and be a key player in advancing our biosafety programs and cutting-edge research.
Your Role:Under the guidance of the Senior Director of the Environmental Health and Safety department, you'll develop, implement, and maintain vital programs and procedures that support our Biosafety Program. You'll be an essential member of the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) and the Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee (IACUC). Your expertise will provide invaluable compliance guidance and technical consultation to a diverse group of stakeholders, including Principal Investigators, Students, Laboratory Staff, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and collaborate with the Division of Research and Innovation on planning new research initiatives.
Review research protocols, conduct risk assessments, and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Perform inspections, audits, and investigations, ensuring top-notch safety standards.
Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs tailored to our needs.
Represent the EHS department on various campus-wide committees.
Serve as a member of the campus emergency response team, ready to make a difference when it matters most.
In addition, you'll support other critical areas like laboratory safety and environmental health.
Why Join Us?
You'll be at the forefront of biosafety, shaping the future of research in a collaborative and innovative environment. Your leadership and expertise will not only ensure compliance but also foster a culture of safety and innovation across our campus.
Position Information
Full-time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
Position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego
Department Summary
The Division of Business and Financial Affairs is responsible for ensuring a safe, productive campus environment while providing the highest quality service in support of academic excellence through thoughtful stewardship of financial, technological, infrastructure and human resources at San Diego State University.
The Department of Environmental Health and Safety is responsible for development and implementation of programs aimed at protecting the campus community and providing compliance with numerous federal, state and local regulatory statutes. This department reports to the Associate Vice President for Administration in the Division of Business and Financial Affairs.
The department consists of (16) full time staff members consisting of (14) Administrators (MPP)/Program Managers, two (2) Administrative Analysts and an Office Manager. The department may employ part time student assistants.
For more information regarding the Environmental Health & Safety Department, click here .
Education and Experience
Entry to this classification requires general knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs.
Licenses and/or Certifications
Valid California Driver's License or have the ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in life sciences, biological sciences, or a related discipline is preferred.
Experience in biosafety and other general health and safety disciplines, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Experience in a research lab setting.
Knowledge and skill working with infectious agents, cell culture, and recombinant DNA techniques.
Working knowledge of biological safety standards such as the Blood Borne Pathogen Standard, Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories, and the NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules.
Proficiency and skill in database management, word processing, and spreadsheets using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Suite.
Compensation and Benefits
Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $7,750 per month.
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here .
CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,537 - $10,014 per month.
Diversity and Community at SDSU
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.
Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here .
Principles of Community
At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.
SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.
Supplemental Information
Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on October 22, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by October 21, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here .
SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Michelle Puentes at ****** .