SAFETY COORDINATOR

Are you passionate about creating safe and productive work environments? We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Safety Coordinator to support and enhance our commitment to workplace safety. In this critical role, you will help develop and implement safety programs, conduct training, and promote a safety-first mindset across the organization.

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

Celebrating a Century: https://100.scripps.edu/

POSITION TITLE: Safety Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for implementing and monitoring the Institute's chemical hygiene plan, biosafety protocols, and emergency response plan to ensure a safe workplace and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Recommends corrective action when laboratory, environmental, and occupational health and safety hazards exist.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Safety Audits & Compliance

• Performs safety audits in laboratories and ancillary areas according to established procedures.
• Identifies unsafe conditions and collaborates with research and administrative employees to develop solutions.
• Verifies "return to compliance" for identified safety deficiencies.
• Ensures adherence to applicable environmental health and safety regulations.

Technical Support & Resource

• Serves as a technical resource for laboratories and support departments in areas such as:




• Laboratory safety
• Occupational health and safety
• Emergency and spill response
• Fire and life safety
• Injury and illness prevention
• Hazardous waste management

Accident/Incident Management

• Conducts thorough accident/incident investigations and performs root cause analysis.
• Recommends corrective actions based on findings from investigations.

Emergency Response

• Actively participates in emergency and spill response efforts.
• Periodically serves as an on-call responder for after-hours emergencies.

Collaborative Safety & Compliance Initiatives

• Partners with Principal Investigators (PIs), Lab Managers, and Safety Officers on the following safety and compliance topics:




• Safety Management (Lab, Chemical, Fire, Safety, Life, Biological, and Radiation)
• Risk and Incident Management (Accident/Incident, Risk Assessment and Emergency Response)
• Occupational health and safety
• Hazardous waste management
• Cal/OSHA requirements
• Environmental regulations
• Sustainability/Green team initiatives

• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Life Science, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and/or experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in laboratory and environmental health and safety.
• Preferred: Actively pursuing one of the following certifications: CSP, CHP, or CHMM.
• Comprehensive knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations from governing agencies, including San Diego County CUPA, San Diego Fire Department, and the Industrial Wastewater Program.
• Experience conducting safety audits in laboratories and ancillary areas to ensure compliance with environmental and occupational health and safety programs; includes investigating accidents and incidents.
• Laboratory experience is a plus.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability and desire to collaborate successfully within a multidisciplinary team.
• Possession of a current, valid driver's license issued by the state of employment.
• Ability to wear an air-purifying respirator.
• This is an on-campus position requiring 4 days per week working onsite from our La Jolla campus, with flexibility to work 1 day per week remotely from home.

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $75,000 to $88,000/annually, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan - Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Underrepresented individuals are encouraged to apply.