What are the responsibilities and job description for the SENIOR SAFETY TECHNICIAN - RADIOACTIVE & HAZARDOUS WASTE position at Scripps Research?
Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.
The Senior Safety Technician (R&H Waste) performs varied physical and technical tasks in support of the Environmental Health and Safety Department specifically related to the management of hazardous chemical, biological and radioactive waste. Minor clerical duties involving database input.
- Removes chemical, biological, and radioactive waste from labs and transports it to the processing facility;
- Processes and packages chemical waste (bulk and lab pack) for off-site disposal;
- Categorizes waste chemicals by hazard classification to prepare lab pack;
- Performs radioactive contamination surveys: selects surfaces to test, performs wipe tests and places wipe in scintillation counter for analysis;
- Processes incoming packages of radioactive materials;
- Maintains inventory of group supplies; replenishing as necessary;
- Oversee Central Accumulation Areas ensuring compliance with State and Federal requirements;
- Assists in training Safety Technicians;
- Manages Hazardous Waste Manifest program: sending manifest copies to State, filing discrepancy paperwork, oversee e-manifest database;
- Maintains golf carts in working order;
- Participates in departmental emergency response efforts involving hazardous materials;
- Performs other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required or assigned
- Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.
- High school diploma, GED, or the equivalent combination of education, training and
- Minimum 3 years environmental health and safety
- Demonstrated experience in the handling and disposing of hazardous materials.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, ).
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Must be able to pass a respirator
- Ability to wear PPE and must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which the position is located and possess a good driving record.
COMPENSATION:
The expected hiring range for this position is $28.00 to $38.00/hourly, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) using your own pre or post-tax dollars.
- Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including four medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
- Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
- Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
- Free, on-site parking
The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Underrepresented individuals are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $28 - $38