Associate Director, High Containment Laboratories

University Research Services & Administration (URSA)

Georgia State University

Office of Research and Environmental Safety (ORES)

Georgia State University has been one of the fastest
growing research universities in the nation over the past decade. The Office of Research and Environmental Safety (ORES) at Georgia State
University is dedicated to supporting research and instructional laboratories, animal facilities, and environmental programs to ensure
regulatory compliance, guidance, and best practices for the health and safety of our campuses and surrounding community. We strive to create
an environment that fosters excellence, teamwork, and accountability.

The oversight and management of the High Containment Core,
projects, and staff are essential to the operational backbone of the university’s research involving infectious biological materials and
compliance with the Federal Select Agent Program.

ORES seeking (1) dedicated and experienced
Associate Director, High Containment Laboratories.

WHAT MAKES ORES GREAT PLACE?
* A flexible work environment
*
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
* A knowledge-sharing organization that
works collaboratively with diverse partners.
* Professional development opportunities and mentorship
* A rapidly growing
research portfolio

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

This position oversees operations of the facilities and provides
expertise for research conducted in high and maximum containment laboratories. The position plans and implements efficient operations,
laboratory security, and uniform safety and training programs. The position works with the Responsible Official (RO), Alternate Responsible
Official (ARO), and Senior Biosafety Officer to grow, expand, and execute research in these facilities in line with institutional strategy.
The position coordinates with the RO, ARO, Senior Biosafety Officer, principal investigators and the Institutional Biosafety Committee to
ensure regulatory compliance with relevant regulations per the biological agents used in the laboratories. The position participates in
campus emergency response, as needed. The position provides reports on core utilization rates, budget, personnel and users training,
property and equipment, and compliance status. The position reports to the Assistant Vice President for Research and Environmental Safety,
to each PI for projects, and has direct access to the RO.

The essential duties and responsibilities of the
Associate Director, High Containment Laboratories are the following:

• High
  Containment Core Oversight:
  Responsible for laboratory operations and activities requiring high/maximum containment work.
  Schedules projects, ensures appropriate training for staff, faculty and visiting faculty and support and contract personnel. Reviews all
  protocols in the high/maximum containment facilities. Verifies IBC and other appropriate committee and administrative approvals prior to
  project initiation. Prepares budgets and hires and supervises personnel. Maintains all facilities related records and reports for select
  agents.

• Training and Emergency Response:
  Ensures personnel are trained and competent in handling
  biological agents. Develops highly specialized training modules in working under high/maximum containment for individuals assigned to work
  on research projects in the laboratories, per their duties. Ensures personnel receive annual updates and training when procedural or policy
  changes occur. Coordinates training exercises and drills with GSU Emergency Management and outside entities as needed.

• Occupational Health:
  Conducts risk assessments with the senior biosafety officer and principal investigators
  to identify potential breaches, prevent incidents and mitigate the risk of exposures. Ensures all facility users comply with the
  Occupational Health program requirements, and reports any incidents or deviations to the RO, ARO and senior biosafety officer. Activates
  emergency response plan elements relating to medical evaluation, surveillance, and treatment after potential exposures and maintains
  Incident Response and Occupational Health Plans. Serves as the laboratory’s point of contact with Emory Healthcare.

• Facilities/Operations Management:
  Oversees all facility and equipment operations. Ensures that the
  laboratories are operating per the standards set forth and relevant institutional policies & federal regulations. Coordinates with
  Facilities Management Services to ensure compliance with such standards, including periodically required maintenance and repair
  needs.

• Plan and Manual Development:
  Develops policies & procedures for efficient operation and
  annually updates the Biosafety and Biosecurity Plan and High/Maximum Containment Laboratory Manuals. Maintains suitability compliance in
  coordination with the Suitability Assessment Committee.

• Inventory Management:

Maintains an
inventory management system to ensure compliance with all regulatory guidelines, especially those related to the Select Agent Program and
periodically updates the ARO and RO on inventory status.
Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job
definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities
within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct
supervisor.

Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
* Bachelor’s
degree in Viral Immunology or related field and four years of supervisory/management experience and experience in a high containment
facilities environment; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring
Qualifications
* Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Public Health, or related field and five years of related
experience.
* Registration or Certification by Biological Safety Association (RBP or CBSP) required.
* Ability to wear and use
appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
* Candidate must be able to pass the U.S. Department of Justice security clearance.
* Certification or ability to become certified for DOT and IATA biological materials shipping within the first 6 months of hire.
*
Training or the ability to complete training in HAZWOPER (40 hours) within the first 6 months of hire.
* At least 3 years’ experience
in BSL3 or ABSL3 and/or Select Agent and Toxins programs is preferred.

College/Business Unit: Research & Sponsored
Programs

Department: 214620000

Location: Atlanta Campus

Shift: 8:30AM-5:15PM

Salary: $57,314-$130,950

Pay Grade: B33

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Special Instructions:
To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time
of submission:
* A complete and accurate GSU application
* Resume
* Cover Letter
* Three professional reference names
and contact information

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