Environment, Health & Safety Engineer
- Employer
- Incyte Corporation
- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Nov 3, 2024
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- Sector
- Academic / Research, Consultancy/Private Sector
- Field
- Conservation science
- Discipline
- Other
- Salary Type
- Salary
- Employment Type
- Full time
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Incyte is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel medicines to meet serious unmet medical needs in oncology and inflammation and autoimmunity. Incyte is committed to the rigorous pursuit of research and development excellence to improve the lives of patients, make a difference in health care, and build sustainable value.
The Company strives to discover and develop first-in-class and best-in-class medicines-advancing a diverse portfolio of large and small molecules.
Job Summary (Primary function)
The Environment Health & Safety Engineer provides EHS support for Incyte Research operations, as well as support EHS throughout the organization. Responsibilities include: developing, implementing and evaluating EHS programs to ensure compliance required through OSHA, EPA, NRC, DNREC, NFPA, DEA, DOT, etc.
Provide guidance related to emergency management, hazardous materials, ergonomics, State, Federal and other regulatory standards to provide a safe environment for all employees, visitors and the community. Identify, analyze and minimize exposure to hazards, prevent property losses, and create systems that encourage safe work practices.
Essential Functions of the Job (Key responsibilities)
Qualifications (Minimal acceptable level of education, work experience, and competency)
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.
Incyte Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
The Incyte hiring organization processes your personal data to manage your job application in order to enter into an employment relationship with you if you are the successful candidate.
During the process, you may be asked to respond to questions that will screen out your application if you do not meet certain objective criteria required by the job.
You may have the right to access, delete, restrict, edit, move, or object to the use of your personal data. You may also have a right to report concerns to the authority responsible for data privacy in the country where the position is based or where you live or work.
By accessing this link you can learn about the types of personal data we collect, how we use it, whether collection and processing is optional, sources of the personal data we process, how it is shared, where it is stored or transferred to, how long we keep it, and contact information for Incyte, Incyte's data protection officer, and your supervisory authority (if applicable).
The Company strives to discover and develop first-in-class and best-in-class medicines-advancing a diverse portfolio of large and small molecules.
Job Summary (Primary function)
The Environment Health & Safety Engineer provides EHS support for Incyte Research operations, as well as support EHS throughout the organization. Responsibilities include: developing, implementing and evaluating EHS programs to ensure compliance required through OSHA, EPA, NRC, DNREC, NFPA, DEA, DOT, etc.
Provide guidance related to emergency management, hazardous materials, ergonomics, State, Federal and other regulatory standards to provide a safe environment for all employees, visitors and the community. Identify, analyze and minimize exposure to hazards, prevent property losses, and create systems that encourage safe work practices.
Essential Functions of the Job (Key responsibilities)
- Responsible for managing EHS programs that may include: chemical safety, biosafety, contractor safety, emergency preparedness, radioactive material management, office and lab ergonomics, environmental compliance and general safety.
- Develop and implement EHS programs/procedures/systems to meet the needs of a growing company.
- Determine all safety/environmental-related regulations and standards that apply to the operations.
- Ability to clearly communicate requirements to research staff and provide hands-on support to identify solutions as needed.
- Maintain records, reports and correspondence using computer databases and other software programs.
- Schedule and conduct regular safety education and training programs for all staff. Create courses to address EHS needs. Determine best method to deliver information - CBT vs. in-person.
- Participate in formal and informal safety inspections/audits to detect hazards and unsafe working conditions; follow up with recommendations for corrective measures & track completion.
- Investigation of accidents/injuries to determine cause and to prepare recommendations for prevention. Assist with worker's compensation claims and risk management.
- Evaluate operations to identify potential hazards and mitigate proactively. Collaborate with internal groups to ensure safety and compliance while enabling research.
- Remain technically competent and keep current in new developments within the industry.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships as a trusted resource to internal customers.
Qualifications (Minimal acceptable level of education, work experience, and competency)
- EHS experience supporting research laboratories required, Pharmaceutical Industry experience preferred.
- Requires four-year degree (BA or BS) with coursework in safety, environmental protection, engineering or related field.
- Excellent organization, communication, and presentation skills. Comfortable discussing requirements with all levels of organization.
- Proven problem solving and strategic thinking ability.
- EHS related certifications a plus (CSP, CIH, CHMM)
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.
Incyte Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
The Incyte hiring organization processes your personal data to manage your job application in order to enter into an employment relationship with you if you are the successful candidate.
During the process, you may be asked to respond to questions that will screen out your application if you do not meet certain objective criteria required by the job.
You may have the right to access, delete, restrict, edit, move, or object to the use of your personal data. You may also have a right to report concerns to the authority responsible for data privacy in the country where the position is based or where you live or work.
By accessing this link you can learn about the types of personal data we collect, how we use it, whether collection and processing is optional, sources of the personal data we process, how it is shared, where it is stored or transferred to, how long we keep it, and contact information for Incyte, Incyte's data protection officer, and your supervisory authority (if applicable).
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