at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Environmental Health & Safety Technician II
Environmental Health & Safety Technician II
Hiring Department: Envir Health & Safety
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1023784
Posting Close Date: April 25, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of .
Description:
Performs laboratory safety inspections and assessments to identify and evaluate chemical, physical, and radiation hazards. This position performs routine radiation safety tasks including the following: radiation detection equipment calibration and operational checks, contamination surveys of authorized laboratories utilizing radioactive isotopes, processing radioactive isotope packages, delivering the packages to authorized users, and processing dosimeter badges. Performs laboratory safety inspections. Document and communicate inspection findings. Assists with data and record management for the laboratory safety program.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Performs routine radiation safety tasks including the following: radiation detection equipment calibration and operational checks, contamination surveys of authorized laboratories utilizing radioactive isotopes, processing radioactive isotope packages, delivering the packages to authorized users, collecting radioactive waste from research laboratories, processing radioactive waste in EHSO's waste rooms, performing leak tests of sealed sources as well as maintaining an accurate sealed source inventory, basic laser and analytical x-ray safety tasks, and processing dosimeter badges.
Perform laboratory safety inspections of laboratories. Document and communicate inspection findings. Track hazards to completion. Apprise manager of any hazards requiring immediate escalation.
Assist with the management of a large laboratory and radiation safety dataset including the following: individuals authorized to use radioactive isotopes, individuals authorized to manipulate chemical and biological material in laboratories, individuals authorized to use lasers and analytical x-rays, health and safety training data, radioactive isotope inventories and contamination surveys. Synthesize this data into different formats depending on the purpose and audience.
Carry the on-call safety phone which rotates amongst the full-time safety professionals in the department. Answer questions received on the phone and respond to urgent issues. Participate in monthly safety training sessions to respond to calls most effectively.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
1. Any one or any combination totaling eighteen (18) months from the following categories:
A. college course work in environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, or a closely related field as measured by the following... For full info follow application link.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
