Industrial Hygienist

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Company: University at Buffalo

Location: Buffalo, NY 14221

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Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year
2024-2025

Position Title
Industrial Hygienist

Classification Title
Environmental Health Officer

Department
Environment, Health and Safety

Posting Number
P250080

Posting Link
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/56356

Employer
State

Position Type

Professional Appointment Term
Term

Salary Grade
SL4

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Industrial Hygienist (IH) performs a wide variety of health and safety related duties for the Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) Department. The IH has frequent oral and written communication with the professional staff (Ph.D., MD, Senior Researchers, Lab Technicians), clerical staff (administrative assistants and clerks), physical plant staff (tradespersons, cleaners, shop personnel, etc.), graduate and undergraduate students, most university departments, regulators and outside vendors. Thus, the IH must communicate well with individuals and be able to independently recognize potentially unsafe conditions and act accordingly to correct the situation. The IH reports directly to the Manager of Safety and Industrial Hygiene Programs.

The work assignments are primarily based on maintaining compliance with applicable state and federal regulations. The IH must be familiar with all aspects of the health and safety programs.

  • Prepare technical and administrative reports based on the collection of scientific sampling data.
  • Maintain industrial hygiene monitoring and sampling equipment. This includes periodic calibration, upkeep of records, overseeing factory servicing, and ensuring equipment security.
  • Develop, maintain and disseminate, information and technical guidelines regarding the analysis and evaluation of industrial hygiene, indoor air quality, and laboratory safety issues.
  • Assist departments with the implementation of health and safety policies relating to industrial hygiene and laboratory safety.
  • Conduct inspections with Facilities personnel of ventilation systems, building interstitial spaces, plumbing systems, etc. Develop appropriate sampling strategies based on the circumstances of each case.


Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, public health, or closely related discipline with minimum three years related experience is required.

Additional requirements specific to the requirements of the job include:
  • Practical ability with industrial hygiene scientific monitoring equipment.
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Must be medically cleared each year to wear a respirator, pass an annual medical physical and be successfully fit-tested in a full face respirator.

The equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

Preferred Qualifications

A Master's degree in industrial hygiene may be substituted for the experience requirement. Experience in an academic and/or research environment preferred. Certifications in Industrial Hygiene (CIH) from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH) is desirable. Possession of current NYSDOL certifications for Asbestos Air Sampler & Inspector/Management Planner are also desired.

Physical Demands

Medical clearance to wear a respirator. Standing, walking, twisting, ability to carry and climb ladders needed for inspections, set up sampling equipment, and carry up to 30 lbs.

Salary Range
$80,000 - $90,000

Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Job Type
Full-Time

Campus
All Campuses

Posting Alerts

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Background Check Notification
For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

Contact Information

Contact's Name
David Vasbinder

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title
Associate Director

Contact's Email
dvasbind@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone
716-829-5813

Posting Dates

Posted
03/26/2025

Deadline for Internal Applicants
04/09/2025

Deadline for External Applicants
Open Until Filled

Date to be filled
07/10/2025

References

Number of References Required
3

Reference Cutoff Date

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