Environment, Health and Safety Manager

About Tonix

Tonix is a global biopharmaceutical company, publicly traded on NASDAQ (ticker: TNXP). The Company is focused on discovering, licensing, acquiring, and developing small molecules and biologics to treat and prevent human disease and alleviate suffering. Tonix?s portfolio is primarily composed of central nervous system (CNS) and immunology product candidates. The immunology portfolio includes vaccines to prevent infectious diseases and biologics to address immunosuppression, cancer, and autoimmune diseases. The CNS portfolio includes both small molecules and biologics to treat pain, neurologic, psychiatric and addiction conditions. Please visit www.Tonixpharma.com for specifics on the pipeline.

Position Overview

Tonix is looking for a full-time Manager of Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) to effectively provide oversight of their new Advanced Development Center to be located in the New Bedford Industrial Park, Dartmouth MA. The individual in this position would be responsible for ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of all employees working in a BSL-2 compliant Vaccine Development facility. The individual in this position will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with all state, federal, and local environmental codes, and regulations. The Manager of HSE will support all aspects of this process including strategy development and all consulting and service contracts required to support operations.

This is a fast-paced challenging position offering a competitive compensation and benefits package. This position will report directly to the Director of Facilities and Engineering with an indirect report to the Site Head.

Tonix is currently constructing its own Advanced Development Centre (ADC) facility which will be ready for commissioning in New Bedford, MA in Q1, 2022. The position will be based in Tonix? New Bedford, MA facility once open and operational. Remote work arrangements will be in place until such time.

Essential Duties

* Provide safety oversight during facility construction including review of Contractors Safety Plans and safety audits in the field
* Participate in the facility design review process including any Process Hazard Reviews (PHR?s)
* Lead site permitting activities for all state and local environmental permits (air emission, wastewater, etc.)
* Develop BSL-2+ compliance program in accordance with the CDC BMBL
* Develop a waste management program for regulated medical waste as well as chemical wastes
* Develop and implement inspection policies and procedures, and a schedule of routine inspections
* Develop health and safety procedures for all ADC operations.
* Prepare and schedule training to cover emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant topics
* Monitor compliance with safety procedures
* Generate inspection reports to document inspection findings
* Ensure that material safety data sheets are maintained and readily accessible when needed
* Maintain records of discharge of employee exposure to hazardous waste and/or pollutants, as required
* Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork
* Perform ad-hoc work/special projects as necessary to support Tonix on various business initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

* Bachelor?s degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required, Master?s degree desirable
* Five years of life science or related industry experience preferred
* Experience with BSL -2 or greater laboratory safety programs
* Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and policies
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
* Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
* Dedicated team player who is able to withstand the high demands of a fast-paced environment
* Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
* Highly organized, results driven, problem solver, collaborator
* Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation

Tonix offers salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package.