Hazard Communication Regulatory Compliance Specialist (REMOTE) - Military Veterans
at US Pharmacopeia
Description
Who is USP?
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top authorities in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity = Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,300 hard-working professionals across twenty global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.
At USP, we value inclusivity for all. We recognize the importance of building an organizational culture with meaningful opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. From the standards we create, the partnerships we build, and the conversations we foster, we affirm the value of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in building a world where everyone can be confident of quality in health and healthcare.
USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in all aspects of our work—an environment where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, physical and mental abilities, education, religion, gender identity, and expression, life experience, sexual orientation, country of origin, regional differences, work experience, and family status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
Brief Job Overview
The Hazard Communication Regulatory Compliance Specialist supports safety, occupational health, and environmental initiatives and is responsible for creating OSHA-complaint Safety Data Sheets and hazard labels for USP Reference Standards and other chemical and biological products, including the classification of the chemicals under international, federal, and state regulations.
Remote employees must reside in one of the following states: MD, VA, DC, PA, WV, CA, MI, IL, KS, FL, NC, or MN.
How will YOU create impact here at USP?
In this role at USP, you contribute to USP's public health mission of increasing equitable access to high-quality, safe medicine and improving global health through public standards and related programs. In addition, as part of our commitment to our employees, Global, People, and Culture, in partnership with the Equity Office, regularly invests in the professional development of all people managers. This includes training in inclusive management styles and other competencies necessary to ensure engaged and productive work environments.
The Hazard Communication Regulatory Compliance Specialist has the following responsibilities:
• [40 %] Independently research the pharmacological, toxicological, chemical, and physical properties of all USP chemical products to determine acute and chronic human health hazards, physical hazards relating to fire and accidental release, and hazards to the environment.
• [30 %] Determine the hazard classification for each USP chemical product under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 C.F.R. § 1910.1200, the classification for transport under49 CFR § 172 (DOT’s Hazardous Materials Regulation) and the International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulations, and the classification for hazardous waste under 40 CFR § 261 (EPA’s Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste regulation).
• [20 %] Provides RSP Handling Categories, potency evaluations, and any other requested safety information to USP staff and customers as required by law and as requested.
• [10 %] Create and revise SDSs and hazard label text using 3E Generate.
Who is USP Looking For?
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission, commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices, ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders, along with the following competencies and experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in science or communication and two years of hazard communication or laboratory experience, or advanced degree in industrial hygiene, toxicology, or related field.
• Knowledge of general mathematics, chemistry, and biology.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially the ability to communicate technical knowledge across a wide range of audiences.
• Research experience, including electronic database and internet services.
• Ability to think critically, analyze conflicting data, and evaluate information sources.
• Highly organized with good attention to detail and able to work independently as well as an effective team member.
• Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel) and database experience.
Additional Desired Preferences
• Experience with:
o Regulations and standards for Hazard Communication, including U.S. Federal 29 CFR 1910.1200, Maryland COMAR 09.12.33: Maryland Right to Know law, and the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals
o Federal Agencies with roles in workplace and chemical safety, such as the CDC, OSHA, NIOSH, NIH, etc. and their associated publications (e.g. Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances or the Federal Register)
o Medical and scientific literature
• Knowledge of toxicology, industrial hygiene, hazard and risk communication, and chemical regulation.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None, this is an individual contributor role.
Benefits
USP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial well-being is protected.
Compensation
Base Salary Range: USD $65,000.00 - $81,000.00 annually.
Target Annual Bonus: % Varies based on level of role.
Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate’s skill set, experience, qualifications, equity, and other job-related reasons.
Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Job Category Laboratory/Production
Job Type Full-Time
Frederick, MD
US Pharmacopeia (USP) is an independent, scientific nonprofit organization that has focused on building trust in the supply of safe, quality medicines since 1820. We are a public health organization that uses rigorous science and public quality standards setting to protect patient safety and improve global health. We are committed to building public trust and confidence in drug therapies to enable people to live longer and healthier, and also work to building trust in dietary supplements and food ingredients. Currently, we are working to strengthen the global supply chain so that the medicines people rely on are available when needed and work as expected. Our Volunteers USP standards are in a continuous process of review and revision based upon new evidence, emerging public health concerns, and public requests for revision. Input from our volunteers, through our Council of Experts and Expert Committees and Panels, is crucial for maintaining our standards and preserving public trust. Our Governing Bodies The USP Convention helps guide our areas of impact – nearly 500 Member Organizations from around the world contribute valuable perspectives, experiences, and expertise from across healthcare and science. In addition to collaborating on critical healthcare and science matters, every five years, Convention Members adopt USP Resolutions and elect USP’s Board of Trustees and the Council of Experts who lead USP’s standards-setting Expert Committees.