Location: Durham, NC

Responsibilities:

• Manages the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, making sure they are aligned with all applicable EHS compliance expectations/best practices, as well as supportive to the site’s commitment to best-in-class performance.   
• Oversee initiatives that build HSE capabilities and knowledge across the site, including comprehensive HSE training programs, safety committees/teams, and employee engagement processes (e.g., Good Catch reporting, Management Walks)  
• Works closely with various Departments to incorporate HSE initiatives/goals into their daily operations, which connect to the overall HSE strategy and focus areas at the site.  
• Identifies and establishes robust HSE metrics, as well as oversees performance and trends in support to site HSE strategy/goals.
• Oversee and ensure robust environmental permitting/compliance programs (e.g., Wastewater, Hazardous Waste/Regulated Medical Waste, EPCRA, SPCC).
• Development and management of environmental sustainability programs at the site (e.g., energy/water/waste conservation - capital project planning, dept/site-specific initiatives). 
• Performs and documents thorough hazard characterizations for new chemical/biological materials (e.g. hazard class, biological safety level), as well as works closely with Departments to ensure a robust inventory management program.
• Conducts and documents thorough HSE risk assessments (e.g., qualitative task-based JSAs, quantitative air sampling) tied to new manufacturing, laboratory, or facility operations/equipment.
• Function as the site’s Chemical Hygiene Officer and/or Biological Safety Officer. 
• Performs proactive site inspections/walkthroughs, as well as near miss/incident investigations. Provides oversight into the implementation of robust corrective actions.  
• Maintains an awareness of new/updated HSE regulations or Novartis standards and supports implementation of programs/work practices to meet or exceed requirements.
• Acts as the Subject Matter Expert in regulatory inspections and/or inquiries involving environmental, health, and safety programs.
• Participates in and supports management of Emergency Response Programs/Teams (e.g., medical emergency response team, emergency evacuation/assembly).
• Be an influential conduit to all staff/departments with the focus of building/maintaining a high performing EHS culture where all staff are enabled to support success.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical Engineering, or related field with 10 years of EHS program development/management experience in a manufacturing/laboratory environment preferably within the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Professional H&S Certification(s) (e.g., CIH/CSP, RBP) required.   
• Prior experience managing others and building strong teams.
• Prior experience supporting the design and startup of new facilities and manufacturing operations (e.g., PHAs, P&ID/design documentation review).
• Demonstrated proficiencies in industrial hygiene sampling and monitoring programs, as well as related control strategy recommendations.
• Knowledge of hazardous and regulated waste characterization management, as well as DOT/IATA hazardous material shipping compliance requirements.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for coaching and collaboration. Ability to adapt communication styles based on audience and effectively advise on complex matters.
• Creative problem solver, strong multi-tasker, and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Languages:

• English

​Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $114,100 and $211,900/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.