Safety Technician

Position Description

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Safety Technician to support Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs. This role is integral to maintaining a safe and compliant laboratory environment through waste management, regulatory support, training coordination, and safety inspections.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and operation of laboratory waste programs, including removing, processing, sampling, and packaging hazardous chemical, biological, and radiological waste for onsite and off-site disposal.
• Duties include managing EHS records (Safety Data Sheets/chemical inventories), coordinate safety meetings, assist with incident response, prepare reports for management and regulatory bodies, and conduct routine laboratory safety checks.
• Support and maintain workplace safety programs by ensuring compliance with OSHA/EPA/NRC/DEC regulations, promoting a safe environment through administrative support, inspections, and fostering safety culture.
• Assist with the creation of Laboratory EHS regulatory compliance policies and procedures, emergency response plans, and safety manuals; update all documentation as industry regulations change.
• Assist with scheduling, organizing, and tracking safety training sessions, orientations, and briefings. Provide training to employees/faculty/students as required.
• Conduct routine inspections (eye wash/shower stations and AEDs), manage safety equipment inventory, PPE procurement, and calibration of monitoring tools; support broader EHS assessments as assigned.
• Liaise with NYS DOH, EPA, and other relevant organizations and officials in support of the EHS mission.
• Other duties as assigned by the Safety Manager and/or the EHS Manager. Manage safety equipment inventory, PPE procurement, and calibration of monitoring tools.
  
  

Position Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline is required.

Experience:

• 1–3 years of relevant work experience preferred
• Internship experience in EHS or related field strongly desired
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred
  
  

Professional Certifications (Preferred):

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• OSHA 30-hour certification
  
  

Additional Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Willingness to occasionally work evenings/weekends for training or emergency response
• Ability to wear respirator equipment (including SCBA) and PPE
• Must obtain CPR/First Aid and AED certification
• Must complete an annual occupational health physical
  
  

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong organizational and documentation management skills
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOH, and DEC regulations
• Ability to develop policies, training materials, and presentations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS management systems
• Experience with data entry, reporting, and policy writing
  
  

Supplemental Information

How To Apply

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Position ID: 02053

Environment

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. CSHL provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and offers unique opportunities to engage with cutting-edge scientific advancements and a global community of researchers through its Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone, and our researchers represent a wide variety of backgrounds.

Compensation And Benefits

Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. The hourly rate for this role is $35.48–$39.60. This range represents a good faith estimate of potential base compensation and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, education, credentials, and internal equity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSHL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. CSHL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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