Industrial Hygienist Senior

Compensation

$

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job TitleIndustrial Hygienist SeniorRequisition NumberRE55487Working TitleIndustrial HygienistDepartment Name3DE40:Occupational Health and SafetyWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$44,678-71,469/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationBS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience4 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNone

Physical RequirementsMust be able to carry equipment (up to 35lbs) to locations around campus; walk on uneven surfaces; and climb ladders.

ShiftMonday – Friday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Job SummaryProtect the Health and Safety of the University Community

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Industrial Hygienist to serve as a senior technical leader within Occupational Health and Safety, providing expertise in exposure assessment, occupational health programs, and regulatory compliance.

This role supports the health and safety of employees, students, patients, researchers, and visitors by identifying workplace hazards, evaluating risks, and implementing effective control measures. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted resource across research, healthcare, academic, and operational environments while leading programs that strengthen compliance and reduce occupational health risks.

What You’ll Do

• Lead industrial hygiene programs focused on exposure assessment, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, indoor air quality, and radon mitigation

• Conduct and oversee chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic hazard assessments across campus operations

• Develop exposure monitoring strategies, sampling protocols, and risk assessments

• Perform air monitoring, noise assessments, ventilation evaluations, and contamination investigations

• Interpret regulatory requirements and provide technical guidance on occupational health risks and compliance obligations

• Develop policies, procedures, training materials, and technical guidance documents

• Maintain industrial hygiene equipment, monitoring tools, and exposure data systems

• Analyze trends and program metrics to identify emerging risks and recommend program improvements

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in industrial hygiene, occupational health, environmental health and safety, or related fields

• Strong understanding of OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH, AIHA, and other relevant standards and regulations

• Expertise in exposure monitoring, hazard assessments, and risk evaluation

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Experience developing training programs, policies, and technical guidance

• Ability to manage multiple projects while working independently and collaboratively

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree

• 4 years of related experience

What’s In It for You

• Meaningful impact: Help protect the health and safety of the university community

• Technical leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert on occupational health and industrial hygiene programs

• Professional growth: Work across research, healthcare, academic, and operational environments

• Varied responsibilities: Blend exposure assessment, program management, training, and compliance activities

• Collaborative environment: Partner with faculty, researchers, healthcare professionals, facilities staff, and university leadership

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Why Now?

As workplace environments become increasingly complex, organizations need experienced professionals who can proactively identify hazards, interpret evolving regulations, and implement practical solutions that protect people while supporting operational goals.

In this role, you’ll help strengthen the university’s occupational health programs, guide data-driven safety decisions, and support a culture of prevention that benefits employees, students, researchers, and healthcare professionals across the institution.

Optional Writing Sample

If you choose to submit a writing sample, please submit a sample of a complete or partial indoor air quality report, or similar document in which you made a recommendation for improvements related to an occupational safety and health issue(s). A visit summary in which you addressed the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, prevention, and/or control of a workplace hazard(s) is also acceptable. The writing sample should showcase your knowledge in the fields of occupational safety and health, and industrial hygiene.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply09/01/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents1. Resume

1. Cover Letter

2. Academic Transcript

Optional Documents1. Writing Sample

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities

PI286590133

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

RE55487