Associate Director, Environmental Health and Safety
Ginkgo Bioworks · Boston, MA
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Role summary
Ginkgo Bioworks seeks an Associate Director of Environmental Health and Safety to lead comprehensive EH&S program development and implementation across multiple sites. The role requires managing regulatory compliance, safety management systems, and training while supporting the company's expansion, including a new autonomous lab facility in Boston.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in science, occupational safety, environmental science, or related field
- 4+ years management and EH&S experience in laboratory or manufacturing settings
- Demonstrated expertise in chemical hygiene program management
- Knowledge of regulated environments such as CLIA or FDA standards
- Experience managing permits and compliance with EPA, OSHA, USDA, and local agencies
What you'll be doing
- Manage regulatory permits and ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal agencies
- Develop and improve EH&S management systems including event reporting and bio-risk management
- Lead authoring and maintenance of scalable organizational EH&S programs
- Oversee internal audit and inspection programs for laboratory safety and controlled substances
- Support facility expansion by transitioning EH&S programs to new sites and training personnel
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