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Engineering Chemical Inventory Associate

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What You Will Do

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As the Chemical Inventory Associate for the College of Engineering at Cornell University, college-wide responsibilities include carrying out programs to assure the proper inventory management of chemicals according to Cornell University's Environment, Health and Safety's direction and guidance.

These responsibilities/duties include:

• Facilitating the appropriate inventory management of chemicals utilized in the College and the provision of staff training and guidance related to chemical inventory according to EHS's practices and procedures.
• Receiving chemicals, enters information into the chemical inventory management system, labels appropriately, manages inventory and completes regular audits.
• Serving as a chemical inventory management resource for research laboratories. Guides and assists with safety and compliance related to storage and disposal of chemicals.
• Assisting in required Fire Code reporting by locating chemical containers in labs to verify data.
• Managing the chemical inventory workstations located around the college.
• Managing door card signage program in Engineering facilities.
• Works with lab groups to address EHS inspection findings and corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Assisting and supporting laboratory decommissioning.

The Engineering Chemical Inventory Associate will provide guidance and assistance with a variety of other safety, health and environmental issues throughout the College of Engineering, including material recycling and waste disposal, biological and chemical hazards, PPE assessments. Serves as a resource to College of Engineering Department Safety Representatives (DSR), as well as serves as a liaison with College of Engineering and Cornell EHS. Communicates EHS safety directives/issues to the DSR community and answers or directs inquiries appropriately.

What We Need

• Bachelor's Degree in chemistry or chemical related field, safety, industrial hygiene, or closely related field.
• Two years of relevant work experience in research, laboratories, and/or EHS support for laboratories.
• Understanding of the principles of chemical hygiene and chemical handling, including a detailed knowledge of chemical compatibility issues.
• Familiarity with chemical and biological safety.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills in multi-cultural settings.
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize.
• Proven ability to foster effective working relationships.
• Confidence and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Proven computer literacy and willingness to learn.
• Experience writing correspondence and documentation, developing educational materials.
• Ability to skillfully communicate with a wide audience.
• Must have demonstrated ability to handle sensitive material in a professional manner.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work in a team context and to set priorities, manage competing demands and to provide timely response to urgent issues.
• Comfortable developing and delivering presentations to large and small audiences.
• Solid experience with standard desktop productivity tools, including word processing programs, database management systems, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to sustain ethical workplace practices.
• Must be able to set priorities and manage competing demands.
• Demonstrate in thought and practice Cornell University's Staff Skills for Success.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvements and then ability to executive improvement opportunities.
• Comfortable developing and delivering presentations to large and small audiences.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

It would be a bonus if you have any of the following:

• Familiarity with building and fire codes, in particular the requirements for hazardous materials, laboratories, and chemical storage
• Experience with Vertere (or similar software systems) for chemical inventory.
• Strong knowledge and/or experience in hazardous material handling and spill/release response.
• Working knowledge in safety programs involving high voltage, high power magnets, radiation, corrosives, carcinogens, live animal research, or biological hazards.

Important Notes about Applying

• A cover letter and resume outlining your interest and how your experience and goals align with the potential for mutual success in the role are required for consideration.
• This position is located in Ithaca, New York and requires a fully on-site presence.
• There is no relocation assistance available for this position.
• There is no visa sponsorship available for this position.

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