Laboratory Safety Specialist II

About the Opportunity

The Laboratory Safety Specialist II will play a critical role in the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the Kostas Center’s cleanroom and H5 room environments. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring the safe operation of a nanofabrication cleanroom facility with particular emphasis on the management of toxic, corrosive, pyrophoric, and otherwise hazardous gases. This position combines hands‑on process engineering expertise with comprehensive safety oversight, including management of toxic and flammable gas systems, chemical inventory, personnel training, and regulatory coordination.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry, or a closely related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in cleanroom process engineering, microfabrication, or a related environment.
• Demonstrated experience with microfabrication processes, including etching (wet and/or dry), thin film deposition, lithography, or related techniques.
• Working knowledge of hazardous gas systems, gas cabinets, and toxic gas monitoring systems.
• SCBA trained or medically cleared to complete SCBA training upon hire and to pass annual respirator fit testing and medical evaluation.
• On‑call availability for emergency response to gas alarms, tool failures, and safety incidents outside normal business hours.
• Strong understanding of cleanroom safety protocols, chemical hygiene, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

• Direct experience working with toxic and/or flammable gases in a cleanroom or semiconductor fabrication environment.
• Prior experience developing and maintaining SOPs for complex laboratory or cleanroom equipment.
• Experience coordinating with environmental health and safety (EH&S) or facilities management organizations.
• Familiarity with gas monitoring systems (tGMS) and emergency response procedures for gas‑related incidents.
• Experience training and mentoring technical staff or research personnel in cleanroom operations and safety.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work on elevated platforms, and access confined spaces as needed.

• Safety & Compliance: Act as the facility safety officer or designee for all cleanroom operations, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA 318, SEMI S2/S8 standards, and applicable local/state regulations. Manage chemical hygiene plans, hazardous waste streams, SDS libraries, and chemical inventory tracking systems. Maintain SCBA certification, SOPs for all tools and H5 equipment, and continuous toxic gas monitoring systems. Lead quarterly gas safety audits, cylinder change‑out inspections, and leak detection campaigns.
  
  Coordinate with the Office of Academic Research Safety (OARS) and Facilities (PREF) for facility access and shutdowns.
• Cleanroom & H5 Room Operations: Perform daily and weekly inspections of the H5 room and all associated equipment, operate and maintain cleanroom process tools, develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules, qualification procedures, and lockout/tagout protocols. Assist with tool maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs; manage relationships with OEM vendors; support microfabrication and etching processes as needed.
• Inventory, Procurement & Logistics: Manage the cleanroom chemical inventory, track and order chemicals and consumables, coordinate gas deliveries and cylinder changeovers, oversee the availability of H5 room safety controls and PPE, and supervise critical safety subsystems such as HVAC, DI water, chemical distribution, and fire suppression.
• Training & User Support: Develop and deliver training programs for personnel on general cleanroom activities, safety protocols, and proper use of equipment. Provide guidance and operational support to internal and external users to ensure safe and effective use of cleanroom and H5 room resources.

Grade/

Pay Type:

110SExpected Hiring Range: $76,335.00 – $

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness and life benefits
• Retirement plan and commuting/transportation assistance

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.