Assistant Biosafety Officer, Controlled Substances Program (5303C) - #83873

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83873

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Main Campus-Berkeley

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Full Time

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Departmental Overview

The Office of Environment, Health & Safety's (EH&S) mission is to provide guidance and services to the campus community that promote health, safety, and environmental stewardship.

EH&S is a highly dynamic, fast paced, committed organization focused on promoting workplace safety and environmental protection for the campus community. We are comprised of many scientific, technical, and administrative professionals, working in an evolving, learning, and sometimes challenging environment with a unified goal of supporting the University's mission of teaching, research and public service. EH&S strives to be an inclusive, service oriented, and operationally excellent organization and is seeking highly motivated individuals who want to learn, be creative, seek continuous competency development, and contribute to our mission.

For more information, visit http : / / ehs.berkeley.edu

Position Summary

The Assistant Biosafety Officer (aBSO) serves as a technical associate to the Campus Biosafety Officer, ensuring the safe use of campus biological agents, recombinant DNA and biohazards in accordance with NIH Guidelines and other applicable regulations. The aBSO reviews research, teaching, and biological use authorization (BUA) protocols and procedures for use in chemical safety and biosafety, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and university mandated laws, regulations and policies. They also monitor compliance by conducting initial and follow-up on-site inspections of laboratory research facilities that conduct biosafety research; and provides support to other research and laboratory safety programs.

The aBSO will also support the campus controlled substances program as the Controlled Substance Program Administrator (CSPA).

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is : 02 / 06 / 2026. This position is open until filled.

Responsibilities

Develops, implements, and monitors environmental and safety programs, systems, procedures, and training in one or more of the following fields : laboratory safety, biosafety, controlled substances, hazardous materials control and hazardous waste management (may include shipping).

• Conducts biosafety inspections of laboratories; Responsible for inspection follow-up and recommending to BSO appropriate corrective actions as needed.
• Monitors biosafety compliance of biological research labs on campus that work with toxins and / or human or nonhuman blood, body fluids, tissues, cell or cell lines, recombinant DNA, plant and animal pathogens, and transgenic species.
• Provides guidance to researchers in the field or laboratory regarding safe work practice alternatives, such as safe sharp implementation or workflow design changes.
• Conducts sampling and / or monitoring related to field(s) of expertise.
• Drafts reports and other documentation, including use of relevant scientific data.
• Creates and adjusts methodologies to meet changing regulatory and scientific environment.

Manages day-to-day operation of the campus Controlled Substances Program which includes :

Performs technical work related to field(s) of expertise : Biosafety

Within specific field maintains knowledge / expertise on existing / proposed changes in all regulations; interprets and applies relevant laws, regulations, codes and standards, including making recommendations for work environment changes based on interpretations and principles of professional practices.

Staff development :

EH&S Emergency Response

Member of Designated Spill Response Team; Regular rotation, 24 / 7, up to every 6-8 weeks or more frequently as needed.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Governing Laws and Regulations

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $90,000.00 - $110,000.00, commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

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Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

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Misconduct

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.