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POSITION TITLE: Safety Technician - Chemical Inventory

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Safety Technician reports to the Occupational Health & Training Manager and performs varied technical and clerical tasks in support of the department, specifically related to chemical inventories, chemical storage, fume hood certification, and supplies and equipment maintenance following internal procedures and external safety regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Chemical Inventory Management:

  • Performs chemical inventories within laboratories, ensuring proper handling and storage.
  • Utilizes barcode reader to scan s for accurate inventory tracking.
  • Performs data entry into the electronic database for chemical inventory and hazardous classification information.
  • Provides basic chemical inventory guidance and database access support to lab personnel.

• Administration and Reporting:

  • Creates new reports or generates routine regulatory and departmental reports from the database.
  • Maintains and files appropriate records for departmental operations.

• Laboratory Support:

  • Certifies laboratory chemical fume hoods monthly.
  • Dispenses ethanol as ordered by the laboratory.
  • Washes, sterilizes, and disinfects laboratory glassware as needed.
  • Retrieves and delivers glassware to the appropriate laboratories.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Preferred: 1 year of experience in environmental health and safety.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• May be required to wear a cartridge air-purifying respirator.
• This is an on-campus position requiring 4 days per week working onsite from our La Jolla campus, with flexibility to work 1 day per week remotely from home.

COMPENSATON:

The expected hiring range for this position is $22.00/hourly to $27.50/hourly, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan - Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:
The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Underrepresented individuals are encouraged to apply.