Environmental Health and Safety Lab and Industrial Hygiene Program Head

Under general supervision of the Assistant Director for Academic Safety and Environmental Health Services, develops and implements comprehensive industrial hygiene and laboratory safety programs on the campus and at experimental stations, including setting standards, conducting assessments and monitoring regulatory compliance. Provide consultative and chemical hygiene services to other campuses, agencies and municipalities as required.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physical Sciences or related discipline with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of  applied professional industrial hygiene experience or Masters degree with a minimum of 1 to 3 years of progressively responsible experience.  Successful completion of American Board of Industrial Hygiene Core Exam required.  Professional credentialing such as Certified Associate Industrial Hygienist [CAIH] or Certified Industrial Hygienist [CIH] preferred.  Thorough knowledge of industrial hygiene practices and occupational health regulatory requirements associated with a research university environment.  Valid Driver’s License required.  Ability to pass a background and security check. Must have supervisory experience.  Good interpersonal and communication skills.  Ability to work in confined hazardous environments.  Night and weekend hours required

 

Hiring Salary Range:  $51,500-$64,300

Normal Starting Salary Range:  $51,500-$57,900

 

Please send letter of application, current resume and three letters of reference by September 23, 2008 for priority consideration; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Send materials to Search R28288, Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration Building, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA  01003-8170. 

 

The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.