"Sr EHSREM Specialist-Biosafety"

Job Details

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Sr EHSREM Specialist-Biosafety

Posting Number: 2026082

Location: San Marcos

Department: Environmental, Health, Safety, Risk and Emergency Mgmt

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Monthly Salary: Commensurate with experience

Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of federal, state and university regulations/policies regarding hazardous materials, biological materials, Hazard Communication and OSHA Laboratory Standard.
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in laboratory safety, biosafety, and research administration in a BSL-2 (or higher) environment.
• Experience working with IBC, IRB, and IACUC - including application reviews, compliance support, and regulatory reporting.
• Experience developing and delivering training for faculty, staff and students.
• Experience managing disposal of biological/medical waste.
• Experience developing and implementing biosafety program policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook and Adobe.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in biology, microbiology, or related field
• Thorough knowledge of CDC, NIH, and federal biosafety and research ethics guidelines.
• Familiarity with university or research institution safety cultures.
• 10+ years of experience in laboratory safety, biosafety and research administration in a BSL-2 (or higher)
• Experience serving as a Biosafety Officer at a university or research institution.
• Certified Biological Safety Professional credential
• 40 Hour HazWoper Certification
• DOT Dangerous Goods Shipping Certification
• IATA Dangerous Goods Shipping Certification

Job Description:

Responsible for assisting in the management of environmental, health and safety programs. Assist in developing a culture of preparedness and resiliency within the university through prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.

Job Duties:

• Conduct inspections in BSL-1 and BSL-2 laboratories to maintain compliance with federal, state, and university regulations and policies.
• Conduct follow-up inspections of BSL-1 and BSL-2 laboratories to ensure implementation of corrective actions.
• Prepares, reviews and maintains inspection reports.
• Provides resources and consultation to resolve biosafety issues in laboratories.
• Develops implements and maintains EHSREM Biosafety Program policies and procedures, including UPPSs and safety manuals.
• Reviews design plans for new laboratories or lab renovations.
• Conducts risk assessments of laboratories for new researchers or as research evolves for existing researchers to ensure safe practices are being followed.
• Develop, deliver, and document biosafety training for faculty, staff, and students; manage training records for regulatory requirements.
• Processes shipping requests for regulated dangerous goods.
• Manages the pickup and disposal of biowaste.
• Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions with timely follow-ups to ensure implementation.
• Sits on university safety committees such as Laboratory Safety Committee and Institutional Biosafety Committee.
• Reviews purchase requisitions and SOPs for biological materials and associated equipment to ensure safe use, storage and disposal to maintain compliance with federal, state, and university regulations and policies.
• Reviews SOPs, and IBC, IACUC, IRB applications.
• Attends conferences, trainings, meetings, and seminars to remain current on developments in biosafety regulations, trends and best practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support Lab Safety Division and EHSREM office

Additional Information to Applicants:

Job Open Date: 09/22/2025

Job Close Date: 10/05/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices: Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.

Legal and Required Notices: Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54333

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54333 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.