Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design, and manufacture products, and deliver critical services for our clients - whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
The Senior Industrial Hygienist will ensure the health and safety of staff in a professional, ethical manner. The Sr. IH must collaborate effectively with research staff and leadership to leverage a variety of technical expertise, ensuring effective analysis of risks and selection of mitigations. The Sr. IH will be accountable for the recognition, evaluation, and control of hazards arising out of a variety of research activities and will retain shared responsibility for work authorization.
The Sr. IH conducts worksite analysis, collaborate on project hazard analyses, coordinates incident analyses and corrective actions, monitors safety performance metrics and works with leadership and safety committees to share lessons learned and integrate enhancements that build and sustain a robust culture of safety within organizations and projects assigned.
The Sr. IH determines if a group follows regulatory requirements, client standards and Battelle standards, and takes action to ensure appropriate safety controls are implemented. The position has authority to order the cessation of activities and responsibility if an imminent danger exists that could result in death or serious bodily injury or harm.
Battelle is seeking a Senior Industrial Hygienist. The position is located onsite 100% in Columbus, OH.
Responsibilities
Assesses and analyzes the potential health and safety risks of research projects which involve hazardous materials and determine effective engineering or administrative controls to mitigate those risks.
Establishes, maintains, and manages exposure monitoring surveys for chemical, biological and physical hazards to assess short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic) health risks to staff from occupational exposure to agents.
Prepares technical reports based on expert interpretation of measurements, observations, technical publications, and regulations to communicate concerns and corrective measures and to document conditions.
Develops effective controls, procedures, training, and communications that are acceptable to staff and which will significantly reduce the risk of serious occupational illness and injuries, therefore minimizing the costs of worker's compensation and insurance, reducing the potential for civil and criminal litigation and decrease the potential for intervention from regulatory agencies.
Establishes, maintains, and manages specific programs that reduce or prevent conditions that adversely impact the health of staff such as the local exhaust ventilation, respiratory protection, personal protective equipment programs.
Conducts facilities' audits to ensure that safety and health programs are being carried out in an effective manner and to identify deficiencies and unsafe work practices or conditions.
Responds to requests for assistance or responds to emergencies that could affect the health or safety of staff members.
Acts as an investigation team member should a major accident or incident occur involving Battelle or its staff.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, chemical, biological, or physical sciences; 10 years of professional experience in Industrial Hygiene or Safety; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be a Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Safety Professional (or approved equivalent certification) with thorough knowledge of appropriate regulations.
Must have demonstrated competence in the development and management of health and safety programs, interpretation of regulatory requirements, comprehension of the technical aspects of research operations, communication with staff members of varied organizational levels and educational backgrounds.
Must be US Citizen
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Ability to wear respiratory protection
Preferred Qualifications
Electrical Safety and Hazardous Energy Control Audit experience
Laboratory experience
Non-ionizing radiation evaluation and control (e.g., Laser, Radio and Microwave Radiation) experience
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
Flexible work arrangements : You have options for where you work and when you work.
A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment
Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
Give back to and improve our communities
Vaccinations & Safety Protocols
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
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