Hazardous Waste Manager
Core
Lead the university-wide hazardous waste program, ensuring safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Role type
Senior IC hazardous waste manager
Builds
University hazardous waste management program and compliance framework
Domain
Higher education + environmental health and safety
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
hazardous waste management, regulatory compliance (RCRA, OSHA, DOT), vendor management, audit and inspection, contract negotiation, budget management, emergency response coordination, data reporting
Preferred skills
advanced degree in chemistry/environmental health/safety, prior university research setting experience, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
Technologies
MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain hazardous materials management policies; conduct facility inspections and audits; supervise contracted hazardous waste vendors; maintain waste generation records and regulatory filings; negotiate vendor contracts and manage budget; assist with laboratory decommissioning; provide emergency spill response and consultation; represent the university in regulatory proceedings.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC