Industrial Hygienist

EH&S Admin

Full Time

77486BR

Job Summary

The Industrial Hygienist serves as the technical expert for UCSF’s clinical safety and industrial hygiene programs. With minimal supervision, the incumbent is expected to independently perform a wide spectrum of industrial hygiene services to include occupational exposure monitoring, indoor air quality investigations, hazard/risk assessments, local exhaust ventilation assessments, accident investigations, respirator fit testing, and others as required. The IH must be proficient in technical report writing and have the ability to explain complex topics to a wide ranging audience across the UCSF campus and Medical Center  communities. Additionally, the IH is required to perform Environment of Care audits in accordance with Joint Commission  accreditation requirements across UCSF Medical Center, which includes a working knowledge of fire/life safety, infection control, and emergency management principles in health care.

The IH monitors compliance and may serve as an organizational liaison with regulatory agencies. Problems faced my be complex and require creation of new methodologies by application of professional knowledge and expertise. The incumbent may be called upon to represent EH&S at meetings and conferences involving academic committees, campus functions, or UC wide working groups. Must be adept at database management, data mining, developing metrics, and meeting strict reporting requirements. Decisions may impact other EH&S programs or program elements.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The UCSF Office of Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S) provides safety and compliance guidance to all UCSF operations and facilities, including activities across both the Campus and the Health System. Under formal Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with both the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) and the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD), EH&S Fire Prevention staff perform plan review, construction inspections, existing building inspections and other work on behalf of OSFM and OSHPD, providing reviews and code enforcement on behalf of the agencies. Other EH&S staff provide expert consultation and other services related to bio-safety, chemical safety, radiation safety, workplace safety and ergonomics, industrial hygiene, environmental protection and spill response.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life/Physical/Natural Sciences/Engineering/Industrial Hygiene or related area and 3-5 years relevant experience and/or equivalent experience/training
• Thorough knowledge / understanding of specific EH&S field(s) including related laws and regulations; and general knowledge / understanding of all EH&S fields
• Thorough knowledge and skill in applying and interpreting applicable local, state, and federal regulations and related standards and guidelines
• Thorough written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including political acumen and skill to communicate effectively in a diverse environment
• Strong analytical and organizational skills to organize, prioritize and manage the successful completion of projects within time and budget constraints
• Strong skill to appropriately use technology and relevant scientific equipment as required
• Proficiency of Cal/OSHA, EPA, SFDPH, and TJC regulatory compliance
• Assistant project management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Life/Physical/Natural Sciences/Engineering/Industrial Hygiene or related field
• Thorough knowledge in statistical software (SAS, R, etc.)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP)
• Associate (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)  
• Engineering in Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)
• REHS Certification

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

007146 EHS SPEC 3

Job Category

Professional (Non-Clinical)

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Minnesota Street (SF), Mission Bay (SF), Mount Zion (SF), Parnassus Heights (SF), Various Work Sites

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday; 8AM- 5PM PST; Various locations