BIOSAFETY MANAGER

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

The successful candidate will report directly to the Director of Biosafety/Biosafety Officer and assumes the responsibility of providing biosafety support to UGAs high containment facilities and assisting the director in regulatory compliance guidance. Will coordinate the implementation of procedures, practices and plans in accord with federal, state and local regulations and established biosafety guidelines.

*A degree in biological or physical sciences, Environmental Health or Public Health, or related fields from an accredited institution and experience as a fulltime biosafety professional. Additional combinations of education and experience associated with Biosafety and/or BSL-3 operations may be considered.

*Knowledge of containment laboratories including design and/or mechanical operations.

*Knowledge and understanding of NIH rDNA research and DURC requirements, Select Agent research requirements along with industry standard procedures and practices relative to biosafety and high containment research facilities.

*Ability to obtain and maintain UGA Tier1, CDC and Department of Justice requirements as an ARO with access to Tier1 select agents. Successfully pass and maintain background checks as required in accordance with Select Agent regulations.

*Ability to wear a respirator and personal protective equipment.

*Vaccinations are required to support on-going research.

-Work environment is varied and includes, but is not limited to, work within laboratories including containment environments, field, office, animal facilities, and hazardous waste storage facilities.

-Satisfactory pre-placement medical assessment and annual medical clearance and is to include participation in the Occupational Health and Safety Program which may include respiratory protection program and vaccinations.

-Random drug and alcohol testing

-Driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle while conducting university business.

-Some heavy lifting.

Assist in oversight and in some cases lead in managing Biosafety Programs associated with high containment research (BSL 3/ABSL-3/BSL3Ag) which includes the UGA Select Agent Program and administrative and technical support to the IBC. Serve as a designated Alternate Responsible official (ARO) for the Select Agent Program. Responds to inquiries, participate and coordinate regulatory inspections, prepare inspection responses documents, coordinate with other departments and stakeholders as appropriate, and incorporate inspection results into programs. Works closely with research staff, faculty, students, university units, and institutional committees to promote safe laboratory practices, procedures, proper use of containment equipment and facilities, and the assurance of safety, biosecurity, and regulatory compliance.

Responds to, performs root cause investigations, and follow up with laboratory incidents involving biological agents. Serves as a regulatory liaison for agencies that oversee research involving biohazards. Lead and conduct routine laboratory audits including surveys to ensure compliance and effectiveness of Biological Safety Programs.

Maintains the University's written policies and procedures for the oversight of research involving biohazardous agents. Serves on and /or supports the IBC and IACUC. Trains personnel on basic BSL-1 - BSL-3 practices and procedures and general laboratory safety as needed. Other duties as assigned.