Chemical Regulatory Specialist

Chemical Regulatory Specialist

Job Description

Description/Comment:

Chemical Regulatory Specialist BRAND

GENERAL FUNCTION
The Chemical Regulatory Specialist ensures that EPA and OSHA regulatory compliance activities related to chemical research, development, and manufacturing operations are executed accurately and effectively. This role provides direct support to the chemistry team by managing regulatory documentation, chemical handling protocols, waste streams, and safety systems that enable safe and compliant laboratory and pilot-scale operations.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Chemical Safety & Handling Support
Assists in job hazard assessments and safe handling procedures for chemicals, instrumentation, and materials used in physical, polymer, analytical, and synthetic chemistry operations.
Ensures proper labeling, storage, and segregation of chemical inventories according to OSHA, EPA, DOT, and internal requirements.
Documentation & Regulatory
Assists in preparation and maintenance of and regulatory documentation including SDS files, chemical inventories, hazardous waste manifests, and required OSHA/EPA compliance records.
Assists chemists with experimental record keeping related to safety controls, environmental impacts, and hazard analyses.
Supports creation and upkeep of SOPs, JHAs, risk assessments, and internal safety audits.
Environmental Compliance
Oversees hazardous waste accumulation, disposal processes, and environmental reporting.
Assists in compliance with air, water, and waste regulations relevant to chemical R&D operations.
Assists in tracks chemical usage, emissions, and waste generation metrics to support sustainability and regulatory requirements.
Lab Safety Systems & Training
Partners with the Sr Chemistry Manager to reinforce a culture of safe and clean work environments.
Collaboration & Communication
Maintains open communication with chemists, engineers, and R&D leadership to ensure safety systems align with ongoing and future projects.



BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or related discipline.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to partner with chemists, engineers, and managers in a fast-paced R&D environment.
Ability and willingness to maintain a safe and clean work environment.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, and related regulatory frameworks.
Experience with chemical inventories, SDS management, hazardous waste handling, and EHS documentation systems.
Strong written and oral communication skills.

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status