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Laboratory Safety Manager

Chicago, USFull-time$85k2026-10-02 → 2026-11-11

Core

Oversee enterprise safety and emergency management policies, ensure regulatory compliance across laboratory operations, and champion a culture of safety among lab staff.

Role type

Laboratory Safety Manager

Builds

Safe laboratory operations compliant with CAP/CLIA, NYS, OSHA, FDA, and DOT regulations

Domain

Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory

Required skills

Regulatory compliance (CAP/CLIA/OSHA/FDA/DOT), chemical and biohazardous material management, incident investigation, safety training delivery, policy development, audit management, ergonomic risk assessment, staff supervision

Preferred skills

Supervisory experience, CLIA/CAP laboratory experience, industrial hygiene or environmental health background

Technologies

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) management, emergency response equipment maintenance

Responsibilities

Oversee enterprise safety and emergency management policies; Develop, review, revise, and maintain laboratory safety policies; Monitor use and disposal of chemicals and biohazardous materials; Manage incident and event reporting; Establish and enforce PPE protocols; Provide safety training to staff; Ensure safety equipment maintenance; Complete monthly safety audits; Lead and manage assigned staff; Assess ergonomic risks and provide solutions

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities