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Program Manager, Chemical Safety

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Compensation
$91–102K/yr
Location
Princeton, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

IATA Certification Or Ability To AchieveDOT Certification Or Ability To AchieveBachelor's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Program Manager for Chemical Safety coordinates and directs Princeton University’s Chemical Safety Program under the Director for Research Safety. The role manages chemical risk assessments, inventory oversight, chemical-use reviews, and hazardous-material shipping, while conducting surveys, training, construction reviews, and emergency response. It also supports related laboratory, biosafety, workplace safety, and chemical waste programs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Chemical SafetyChemical Risk AssessmentChemical Inventory OversightChemical Use ReviewsHazardous Materials ShippingHealth and Safety SurveysSafety InspectionsSafety TrainingLaboratory SafetyBiosafetyWorkplace SafetyChemical HygieneWeb Authoring SoftwareDrupalLaboratory ResearchChemical Laboratory WorkWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationClient CommunicationPresentation SkillsTeamworkLifting and CarryingClimbing LaddersRespiratory ProtectionConfined Space Work

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Chemistry or RelatedAdvanced Degree in Chemistry or Related5 Years Chemical Safety ExperienceIATA Certification or Ability to AchieveDOT Certification or Ability to AchieveValid Driver's License

Full job description

Compensation

$91,000.00 - $102,000.00

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

Job Type Full-TimeOverviewProvides professional environmental health and safety services with regard to potential exposures to hazardous/toxic substances and other hazardous conditions. Manages all aspects of assigned programs, including audits and surveys, assessing risk and monitoring exposure as needed, incident and accident investigation and analysis, and developing and providing information and training as they relate to chemical safety and other programmatic responsibilities. Reviews effectiveness and efficiency of programs and considers and implements program improvements. Under the direction of the Director for Research Safety, coordinates and directs the Chemical Safety Program.ResponsibilitiesProgram Management: Manages all aspects of the following programs: chemical agent risk and exposure assessment, chemical inventory oversight, chemical use reviews, hazardous materials shipping. This requires a thorough knowledge of all applicable existing and new standards, codes and regulations; providing for timely dissemination of pertinent information to all segments of the University; developing written and practical programs to ensure compliance; interaction with all levels of the University community to develop and implement programs and measure effectiveness; initiating, conducting and providing for the comprehensive and retrievable documentation; periodic auditing of program effectiveness; developing web-based materials; fielding technical questions and problem solving. Surveys, Inspections and Evaluations: Conducts or supervises health and safety surveys for the assigned programs and conducts or assists with various health and safety surveys in support of the Laboratory Safety, Biosafety and Workplace Safety programs. Develops and documents recommendations for corrective action. Follows up on recommendations provided to the University community. Coordinates annual reviews of written safety programs. Assists senior professional staff, mainly the Associate Director, with aspects of other health and safety programs, such as the Laboratory Safety Program and the Chemical Waste Disposal Program. Duties may include development of written materials for dissemination, answering technical questions, conducting training or inspections, etc. Training: Develops and conducts training programs for all assigned programs. This includes, but is not limited to, chemical safety training, pressure vessel/reactor safety, chemical safe handling, nanomaterials safety training, hazardous materials shipping training, waste management, awareness training for maintenance and janitorial staff and training for architecture/construction project managers. Construction/Renovation Support: Provides health and safety review and support of campus construction projects to ensure appropriate review and execution of research facility design and construction. Key aspects of facility design and construction support include evaluation of laboratory layout, building infrastructure, emergency egress, maximum allowable quantities (MAQ) of hazardous material/agents, and air monitoring considerations. Emergency Response: Responds to emergencies and incidents involving hazardous materials and research laboratories. This includes incidents that occur after-hours.QualificationsThe Program Manager for Chemical Safety requires a B.S. in chemistry, environmental science or closely related field required. Note - An advanced degree in Chemistry or other related field is preferred. Minimally, five years work experience providing chemical safety/hygiene services in a university or other similar research laboratory setting is required. The following are considerd essential qualifications for this position.- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.- Clearly and effectively communicate to a diverse community of clients.- Effectively prepare and present information and training to adult learners.- Work in a team environment and follow work rules and procedures.- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (e.g., waste drums, instruments, SCBA), climb ladders, wear respiratory protection, work in hot or cold environments, stand for extended periods of time, enter confined spaces, and work on elevated surfaces.Experience in creating and maintaining web pages using web authoring software such as Drupal is helpful. IATA and DOT certification or ability to achieve this status. Previous experience conducting laboratory research or working in a chemical laboratory setting considered a plus. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly. If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above. The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.Standard Weekly Hours36.25Eligible for OvertimeNoBenefits EligibleYesProbationary Period180 daysEssential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)NoPhysical Capacity Exam RequiredNoValid Drivers License RequiredYes - CarExperience LevelMid-Senior Level#LI-JE1Salary Range$91,000 to $102,000 Apply HereEqual employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilitiesPI287997359

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

287997359

How this job compares

Set against the 1,140 open Environmental Health and Safety jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$91–102K/yr
  • US median$91–130K/yr463 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $97K, is 13% below the US median midpoint ($111K) — in the middle half of Environmental Health and Safety salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 21 open Environmental Health and Safety jobs in New Jersey and 1,140 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Environmental Health and Safety postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (779 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 393 of the 1,140 open Environmental Health and Safety jobs (34%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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