Biosafety / Biosecurity Officer

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Base: $70,478.00 - $123,336.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Bsl-2 and bsl-3 laboratory oversight
Federal select agent program compliance
Incident response plan development
This position serves as the Biosafety/Biosecurity Officer for the NC State Laboratory of Public Health, overseeing laboratory safety programs across BSL-2 and BSL-3 environments

Job Summary

  • This position serves as the Biosafety/Biosecurity Officer for the NC State Laboratory of Public Health, overseeing laboratory safety programs across BSL-2 and BSL-3 environments.
  • The role requires serving as the Responsible Official for the Federal Select Agent Program, ensuring regulatory adherence under specific federal codes.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and access to on-site wellness activities and career development classes.

Matching Summary

This position serves as the Biosafety/Biosecurity Officer for the NC State Laboratory of Public Health, overseeing laboratory safety programs across BSL-2 and BSL-3 environments.

Salary

Base: $70,478.00 - $123,336.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive state plan, retirement, NCFlex, paid leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratory oversight
  • Federal Select Agent Program compliance
  • Incident Response Plan development
  • Risk assessment and mitigation planning
  • Supervision of safety-related staff

Nice-to-have

  • Microbiology and virology diagnostic principles
  • Statewide laboratory safety training coordination
  • Emergency response practice collaboration
  • Continuous improvement consultation skills

Key Requirements

  • Doctoral degree in related field with 1 year experience
  • Master's degree with 2 years experience
  • Bachelor's degree with 4 years experience
  • Experience as Responsible Official for Select Agent Program
  • Medical clearance for respiratory protection in BSL-3

Work Rights

Not specified

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