Employment Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) Vacancy ID: NF0009077 Position Summary/Description: This position will lead the Biological Safety Section of the EHS organization and serve as the University’’s Biosafety Officer. This position will plan and implement a comprehensive biosafety program to support the University’’s mission of research and teaching. The position will have responsibility to assess risks pertaining to infectious agents and biological toxins; review of research proposals to protect environment, health and safety; train laboratory personnel in biosafety principles; coordinate activities of the Institutional Biosafety Committee ( IBC ); address new concerns relating to UNC research programs in emerging pathogens, select agents and biotechnology, and general surveillance to ensure compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations pertaining to biological hazards. Education and Experience: Advanced degree in Biology, Microbiology, Virology or related field. A bachelor’s degree with 5 year’s experience in Biosafety with Biological Safety Professional Certification or ability to obtain is an acceptable substitute for an advanced degree. Essential Skills: An applicant should have a strong background in one of a number of related areas, such as microbiology, infectious disease or molecular biology (recombinant DNA ). A minimum of at least 5 years of progressively responsible and closely related experience in Biological Safety is required. In addition, this position requires strong oral and written communication skills, and good interpersonal skills. Upon hire must be able to pass a Security Risk Assessment ( SRA ) conducted by the FBI . AA/EEO Statement: The University is an equal opportunity, employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.