Biosafety Specialist Indiana University - 4.1 Indianapolis, IN Job Details Full-time $61,000 - $65,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Customer relationship building Customer service Driver's License Full Job Description Department

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HEALTH and SAFETY (UA-ENHS-IUINA) Department Information Indiana University Environmental Health and Safety (IUEHS) works to ensure that all Indiana University (IU) campuses are safe and healthy places to live, study, work, and visit. IUEHS develops, implements, and operates comprehensive programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as university policies. Job Summary Performs annual audits of laboratories designated as Biosafety Level 1 or 2 and reports audit findings to individual staff and faculty. Performs maintenance of a database that tracks laboratory audits and deficiencies identified during audits. Develops and documents standard operating procedures within the Biosafety program. Conducts laboratory audits on regional campuses and on IU School of Medicine campuses, as assigned. Consults principal investigators (PIs) and research staff on the remediation of deficiencies. Liaisons with the Institutional Biosafety Committee to initiate amendments required to remediate audit findings. Develops, reviews, and delivers biosafety training programs. Investigates spills and accidents and assists in the creation or remediation and preventative measures. Qualifications Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required Bachelor's degree (preferably in microbiology, infectious diseases, biology, health safety, or a related field)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required 1 year in biological safety, molecular biology, microbiology, infectious disease or control, regulatory compliance, or related experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required Valid driver¿s license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire Preferred Certified Biological Safety Professional (CBSP) by the American Biology Safety Association (ABSA) upon date of hire SKILLS Required Demonstrated problem solving skills Proficient communication skills Demonstrated customer service skills Ability to build strong customer relationships Maintains a high degree of professionalism Performs work independently with minimal supervision Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Working Conditions / Demands This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. This role may require occasional travel to Bloomington, Indiana. Work Location Indianapolis, Indiana Advertised Salary $61,000.00 - 65,000.00 per year Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

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Environmental Health and Safety Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. Posting Disclaimer This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date. If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments. Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. Campus Safety and Security The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at or by visiting IUPD.

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