University of Georgia

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Posting Details

Posting Number	S15043P
Working Title	ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY MGR
Department	VPR-Biosafety
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Typical schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 am through 5:00 pm; with some after-hours work, including weekend and holidays, during inclement weather, emergencies, or other University work curtailments or closures.
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with experience
Posting Date	04/23/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	06/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

position Information

Classification Title	Safety Officer II
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in a related field of science or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications	-Graduate degree in related science field. -Demonstrated experience with electronic research administration tools. -Demonstrated experience with online protocol review and management systems. -Previous experience with biosafety protocols and procedures.
Position Summary	The Safety/Risk Management professional is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive health, safety, and/or compliance services to campus partners. Responsibilities include managing the UGA IBC program. Requires staying abreast of federal, state, and local safety protocols, enforcing EPA laws, analyzing safety and risk information and reporting that information to appropriate parties, providing guidance to campus partners on appropriate safety and compliance protocols, and ensuring permits, licenses and records meet appropriate licensing requirements. Responsibilities include serving as the IBC coordinator by assisting faculty/staff in submitting materials as required by the NIH Guidelines and the IBC, performing initial review of submitted materials, coordinating committee meetings, training new committee members, developing/implementing an electronic protocol distribution system, facilitating electronic discussion of protocols, tracking and compiling member comments, maintaining the protocol tracking database, informing faculty/staff of the status of pending research and teaching protocols, preparing meeting minutes and agendas, preparing and submitting the annual IBC status report to NIH–OBA, assuring that all protocol review procedures have been completed, as well as performing biosafety site visits to laboratories and reporting recommendations to principle investigators, assisting principle investigators on compliance issues involving with APHIS, CDC, NIH, EPA, etc., and performing biohazardous agent training, as needed, for UGA laboratory staff .
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Self-motivation, working independently and as part of a team. Ability to maintain confidentiality and pay strict attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Physical Demands	Sitting at a desk and working on computer for prolonged periods of time.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?	No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	No
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your Application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Coordinates initial and annual review processes for all protocols involving recombinant DNA, human, plant and animal pathogens, and biological toxins; including Select Agents and Toxins, preliminary analysis of submitted protocols to assure compliance with regulatory requirements, and to assure that sufficient information is provided in an appropriate manner to expedite review by the IBC; document the protocol review process and actions taken by the IBC and communication with investigators and instructors; provide advice on preparation of new protocols, annual renewals and protocol modifications; respond to questions regarding biohazard regulations, the protocol review process or a specific protocol.
Coordination of protocol review includes monitoring of all protocols in all stages of the process (initial review by the coordinator, under review by the IBC, request for additional information sent to investigator, additional information under review by the committee).
The incumbent coordinates with the Administrative Specialist to assure that annual renewals and protocol modifications are processed in the same manner as new protocols, and that annual renewal reminders are sent to investigators/instructors in a timely manner. All of this information is confidential and time sensitive. As many as 30 to 40 protocols/annual renewals/modifications may be under review at any time.
Employee is also responsible for revision of the biosafety section website and appropriate biosafety manuals and policies, as well as advises faculty and staff on the classification and packaging of biological material for shipment, helping customers determine federal transport permit requirements and facilitates application for transport permits.
Maintains the protocol-tracking database and the biosafety section web site and the IBC website.
Prepares and maintains minutes of IBC meetings and agendas and supporting materials as needed.
The employee also serves as an alternate on the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Participates with biosafety staff in preparation and delivery of training programs regarding biohazard regulations and university policies and procedures.
Percentage of time	20

Duties/Responsibilities	Assists other biosafety staff with facility inspections and guidance regarding biological laboratory operations standards.
Percentage of time	10

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Athens, GA

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