Biosafety and Industrial Hygiene Consultant - Pharmaceutical & Lab

We exist to create positive change for people and the planet. Join us and make a difference too! BSI Consulting Services is a trusted and agenda-shaping partner providing best practice technical, regulatory, and business expertise and intelligence for our clients most critical EHS, Supply Chain, and Digital risks and opportunities to achieve greater resilience, impact, and future-readiness. Job Title: Consultant Location: Frederick, MD About the company BSI is the UKs National Standards Body, but we are much more than that. We are an international organization that tackles the problems businesses have by leading the development and embedding of best practices. We help companies access new markets, accelerate innovation, become more resilient and sustainable, and build trusted customer relationships. About the role: BSI America Professional Services Inc. (BSI) is hiring a Health, Safety and Environmental Consultant t to support the EHS department at a client site in the Frederick, MD area. This is a full-time position with benefits, located at a biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Responsibilities: Assist with laboratory inspections; observe, document, and investigate unsafe work conditions. Work with laboratory personnel to develop JHAs and determine project-specific hazards and risks. Identify and manage occupational hazards and environmental risks, lead incident investigations, conduct risk assessments, and create/document corrective and preventative actions to ensure a safe workplace. This includes initiating and leading regularly scheduled safety meetings with senior management to move beyond safety compliance to proactive identification of hazards and risks. Provide oversight for chemical management, review new chemical approvals, develop chemical storage and segregation schemes, flammability limits, etc. In addition, conduct periodic review of hazardous chemical inventories for permit compliance Occasionally conduct lab safety training for newly hired employees and scientists needing yearly recertification (new employee orientation, bloodborne pathogen, Safe Start, etc.). Assistance / consulting on spill response and clean up, and local reporting to outside agencies (if necessary). Implementing biosafety/hazard communication/chemical safety programs Developing or maintaining management systems Expertise and experience in EHS regulatory compliance. Provide oversight for chemical management, review new chemical approvals, develop chemical storage and segregation schemes, flammability limits, etc. To be successful in the role, you will have: Bachelor's degree in scientific or EHS related field Preferred 5 -7 years experience with lab safety, biosafety and industrial hygiene Prior experience with risk assessment and accident investigations Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong computer skills Professional certifications (CIH) desired, but not required Understanding of health and safety regulatory requirements, specifically Fed-OSHA standards, and conducting regulatory compliance audits Strong background in laboratory safety and familiarity with biopharma lab environments Strong background in biosafety with solid experience with BSL2 facilities and Institutional Biosafety Committees Strong background in OSHAs Hazard Communication Standard Ability to develop and manage a Chemical Hygiene Plan as a Chemical Hygiene Officer Working knowledge of OSHA and EPA to assess existing programs and foster regulatory compliance Experience with chemical inventory management preferably with 3E software Industrial hygiene experience with ability to perform personnel and area monitoring in accordance with established sampling protocols Conduct incident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventative actions Well-practiced in risk assessments, inspections, layered audits, and training development and deliverySelf-starter with a curious nature and ability to collaborate with staff at all levels Radiation safety and laser safety experience a plus What we offer: BSI offers a competitive salary, group-sponsored health and dental, short-term and long-term disability, a company-matched 401k plan, company paid life insurance, 11 paid holidays and 4 weeks paid time off. Salary The salary for this position can range from $102,400 to $140,250 annually; actual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidates competencies, level of experience, education, location, divisional budget and internal peer compensation comparisons About Us BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives. Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments. Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs. Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle societys critical issues from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world. BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Not found an opportunity of interest currently listed? Introduce yourself to the BSI TA team, set up personalized jobs alerts and easily apply for future opportunities. At BSI, we exist to have a positive impact. Our people influence international thinking and action on important issues. Their work builds trust in businesses and communities and enhances lives. Now were looking for passionate people to help us take on societys biggest challenges. Youll partner with key stakeholders to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world. Together, well create solutions to global challenges like the climate crisis and how AI will be used. Youll do rewarding, purpose-led work that impacts peoples health, safety and wellbeing. Your integrity will earn the trust of our stakeholders as we raise awareness of the difference we make to people around the world. Youll have the opportunity to work across a wide range of industries across the globe. Are you looking to grow your career in an organization that supports your development and performance? You can be your best self, do your best work and make a difference here, because life at BSI is #NotYourStandardCareer. Be part of our future.