Safety and Industrial Hygiene Specialist

For our client, we are seeking a Safety and Industrial Hygiene Specialist to join the team of a leader in the Business Services space. This role will provide hands-on safety and industrial hygiene support within a laboratory research environment, helping ensure safe and compliant R&D operations. The specialist will partner with technical teams to assess hazards, recommend controls, and strengthen safety practices across day-to-day lab activities. This is a highly collaborative position with an emphasis on exposure assessment, monitoring, technical documentation, and mentoring others in a complex onsite setting. The position is remote, with local travel required and onsite presence in the Seattle area at least three days per week. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $115,000 – $130,000 annually Responsibilities Provide daily safety and industrial hygiene support in a lab setting Evaluate R&D activities and recommend safety controls Conduct industrial hygiene assessments and prepare technical reports Support exposure assessments, air monitoring, and hazard evaluations Assess workplace environments for chemical, physical, and biological hazards Update and maintain lab-specific safety protocols and procedures Mentor junior safety professionals and ensure compliance with OSHA standards Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as industrial hygiene or occupational safety 8-12 years of experience in safety and industrial hygiene, particularly in research environments Experience with biotechnology or technical R&D settings Strong understanding of occupational safety principles and laboratory hazards Proficiency in industrial hygiene sampling and monitoring techniques Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft applications like Excel and Word Ability to travel locally and work in the Seattle area onsite for at least three days a week Benefits Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance options Company-paid life insurance and optional coverage Short-term and long-term disability insurance Accident and critical illness coverage Generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave 401(k) plans with multiple options for employees Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.